20 Rathlyn Avenue, Corinda, Qld 4075

This charming 1930s home delivers the allure of the classic Queenslander, with recent updates providing a wonderful refresh, enhancing the beauty of original features without interfering with the authenticity of its hallmark style. This one is sure to steal your heart and soothe your soul.

Positioned in a quiet leafy street on Corinda’s coveted high side, this property also promises convenience nearby. Enjoy an easy walk or cycle to bus, train and Corinda State and State High schools, and further education options in close proximity include St Aidan’s Girls’ School and Saint Joseph’s Primary. Shopping and cafes are only moments away and the golf course, riverside parklands and Dunlop Swimming Pool are also close to home.

Nestled on 437m2 behind heritage style “mesh and scroll” fencing gates true to the interwar era, this residence evokes an instant sense of warmth from the moment you arrive. Defined by its classic weatherboard and galvanised iron roof building style, this home also features a traditional front gable and the pretty-as-a-picture bay window is enriched with leadlight casements. Beautifully blending the old and new, authentic details including VJ walls, polished timber floorboards and casement windows have been retained and you’ll love the intricate plaster ceilings, ornate fretwork, and leadlight cabinetry. Sophisticated upgrades, including a gorgeous kitchen and two divine bathrooms, artfully blur the lines of history and simply enhance modern living, adding to the soothing ambience.

Take the stairs to a gloriously light filled sunroom, where huge picture windows perfectly frame the outlook across the treetops to the city skyline and majestic Mt Coot-tha beyond. Access the lounge room from here or step to the entry where a breathtaking frame of ornate pillars and leadlight cabinet doors opens to this exquisite living space. Discover delicate detail in the plaster ceilings and delight in the charm of pretty leadlight casement windows to bring the breezes from any direction. A suite of superior Bosch appliances complement the kitchen, where the clean lines of Shaker profile cabinetry in the kitchen echo the simplicity of past design and the inclusion of a huge island bench brings back the “eat-in” togetherness of days gone by.

Two luxe bathrooms and a powder room add a touch of everyday opulence, the main bathroom with terrazzo tiled floors and an extra-large shower. The huge ensuite, with ornate tiled floor and rainfall shower also has a gorgeous stone topped timber cabinet, with twin sinks and mirrors enhanced by heritage style lamps. Each of the three spacious bedrooms have the luxury of lush carpet and the benefit of wardrobe storage. Bedroom two is appointed with a walk-in robe and the main bedroom enjoys a sun drenched seat in the bay window, perfect for curling up with an early morning coffee.

The features continue indoors with ceiling fans throughout, split system air-conditioning the lounge, kitchen and main bedroom and outside you’re sure to appreciate electric gate access to the fully fenced yard. An open two car garage takes care of vehicle accommodations and two massive areas downstairs are more than adequate for your storage needs.

KEY FEATURES
1. Charming 1930’s Queenslander on fully fenced 437m2 with electric gate, open two car garage and raised to above legal height underneath.
2. Traditional features:, casement leadlight windows, VJ walls and polished timber flooring
3. Light-filled sun room with city and mountain views, exquisite lounge room with ornate pillars and fretwork, intricate plaster ceilings and leadlight cabinetry
4. Beautiful kitchen with superior Bosch appliances, large island bench and Shaker style cabinetry
5. Three bedrooms and two luxe bathrooms, master with air-conditioning and ensuite
6. Short walk or cycle to bus, train and local schools with shopping, cafes and riverfront parklands nearby