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Hayeswinckle Agent \ 5241 1488 99 Rivergum Drive Price \ $880,000 – $920,000 For sale 28 The weekly review \ december 20, 2012
Growing families will enjoy this modern house in one of Geelong’s most sought-after suburbs. The property has been extended and transformed into a contemporary abode with low-maintenance living in mind. The four bedrooms are upstairs and all feature walk-in wardrobes. The main bedroom, behind a large study, has an open-plan en suite with twin vanities. The main bathroom has a double vanity, shower and a corner spa bath. The ground floor is open plan and has been cleverly designed to make the most of the space. There’s built-in cabinetry on the feature wall of the living room, while the niche for the TV backs onto the under-stair
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Much thought has gone into making this house more than just a modern mansion. The textures, quality fittings and captivating design add a rustic appeal to the sprawling abode. There are four bedrooms, including the guest bedroom to the right of the entrance hall. Two bedrooms are on the next level down, while the main bedroom occupies the entire bottom floor and includes a large walk-in wardrobe and an en suite. There are three living areas, including a rumpus room on the second level and a lounge on the third that opens to a deck. The other living room is upstairs on the first floor, along with the open-plan kitchen and dining area. Remote-controlled skylights offer plenty of natural light, while firestreak timber floors, white cabinetry, glass splashback and white timber shutters create an elegant yet contemporary look. Other features include reverse-cycle air-conditioning and in-slab floor heating. \ SARAH BIESKE
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3216
storage cupboard, providing easy access to all of the electrical leads. Stunning jarrah floors and high ceilings add character to the modern finishes, such as the mocha-coloured walls and an eye-catching red pillar. A gas log fireplace has been built into an island bench, subtly separating the living room and dining area. The kitchen is sleek with black-tiled splashback and stainless-steel feature tiles. Stainless steel is also a feature on the stair risers to the second storey. Outside, the yard is surprisingly roomy, with manicured gardens and rear-lane access, which offers another option for off-street parking, as well as the double garage at the front. \ SARAH BIESKE
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Buxton \ 5246 4300 21 Corio Street Price \ $379,000 – $399,000 Private sale
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Haygarth \ 5221 0388 355 Autumn Street Price \ $639,000 – $679,000 For sale
There’s something welcoming about this delightful weatherboard property. Perhaps it’s the history and thoughtfully restored finer details or the sun-drenched north-facing backyard. Regardless of why, this family house is a true find. Polished blond floorboards enliven a bright open living room with fireplace and reverse-cycle air-conditioning and a compact kitchen and meals area. A wide wooden kitchen bench allows dining and preparation space. Built-in wardrobes feature in the main bedroom and the carpeted rear two bedrooms are bathed in natural light. The large bathroom has been updated with vanity, toilet and bath. A separate laundry and toilet are at the rear. Leadlight windows are throughout; french doors on entrances; and lofty ceilings with architraves. There’s also a lockable storage shed and laneway entry to a remote-controlled double garage. \ MARY-JANE DAFFY
postcode
3216