Exceptional family home with sweeping city views

Gracious and captivating, this stunning Queenslander colonial home occupies an impressive 799m2 block. Classically handsome from the exterior, it opens to reveal a bright, spacious and stylish residence that is perfectly positioned to capture incredible city and suburban views.

Appropriately named Ard Aeibhinn that means ‘pleasant height’ in Gaelic, the 1900s era home was one of the original properties on the ridge. Attractive traditional features have been preserved and seamlessly married with modern amenities in a recent makeover, to create a stylish and timeless aesthetic.

The rear of the upper level is a welcoming, open plan lounge, kitchen and dining room, with sliding doors opening onto a large back deck; the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the sweeping outlook. The well-appointed kitchen has stone benchtops, double Miele ovens and a servery window to the deck, while the neighbouring dining room incorporates a bar with integrated drinks fridge. This is a home that makes entertaining easy.

There are two bedrooms on the upper level including the Master that has a walk-in robe and it accesses a two-way bathroom that has been updated with stunning marble floor tiles. Conveniently there is a separate powder room. There is also a substantial study on this level - a great homework zone but also large enough to be utilised as a fifth bedroom if needed.

Internal stairs lead to the lower level that is an expansive and light filled space with soaring ceilings. A second lounge opens onto a covered rear deck, 10m swimming pool, flat lawn and landscaped gardens. There is also a generously sized media room with wet-bar that will be highly prized as a games room or for watching sport or movies; this entire level will be loved by family members of all ages.

There are two large bedrooms on this level, both with built-in cupboards and stunning arch sash windows framing views of the pool. A modern bathroom has a large shower and the laundry has been cleverly concealed behind cupboards. There is also an abundance of storage and direct access to the covered car accommodation.

The home is in a wonderful inner city location, surrounded by superb homes. Everything is close at hand; it’s a short walk to Ithaca Creek State School and numerous quality high schools are within easy reach. It’s a short drive to the shops of Paddington and Bardon and easy access to the CBD.