Behind the traditional front facade of this central home is a discrete and stylish dwelling, spread over an impressive three levels.

This property offers a wealth of options, with a total of seven bedrooms, a separate study, three bathrooms and three living areas.

The marriage between original and new features is seamless and adds to the character of the home.

The upstairs level includes a beautiful master bedroom which has views out to the backyard and over to the city, a full private ensuite and extra spacious walk-in robe.

Downstairs are three further bedrooms, together with a formal lounge with gas log fireplace and bay window at the front of the property.

This level is also home to the study, a bathroom, a large family lounge room and a central kitchen.

This gourmet-style kitchen is the centrepiece of the home and features wide stone benchtops, 900 millimetre stainless steel appliances, and a large central island stone bench with inbuilt wine storage.

There's also a deep walk-in pantry, with ample room for both a fridge and freezer combo, ensuring everything unsightly is out of sight, yet still remains easily accessible.

Sliding doors lead you to the backyard and what can only be described as a fully landscaped oasis.

The resort-style space includes a built-in pizza oven, an open fireplace, ice bucket table, a heated four-person hot tub, decking over split levels, and fully grown trees and an established garden, providing complete privacy.

There is an automated gardening system, three undercover carparks and three permitted street parking spaces.

Additional features include central heating and refrigerated cooling (zoned), providing comfort for your family throughout the year. With a 5 kilowatt solar system, the power bills are also kept to a minimum.

This house is perfectly suited for either a large family, someone wishing to operate a business from home (subject to council approval) or those who like to entertain at home.

Within walking distance to shops, schools and Lake Wendouree, the new GovHub is also close by and there's quick access to Ballarat Railway Station.

This property is a rarity in Ballarat's tightly held and competitive inner city real estate market.

If you have been waiting for the right moment to purchase a grand home with inner city convenience, wait no more. Call the agency today to book your private inspection.

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