79 Bridge Street, Northcote, Vic 3070

A coveted Westgarth Village pocket offers the lifestyle and this wide block-fronted Victorian delivers the living with a deep north-facing rear garden and off-street parking. Desirably set in central Northcote’s most sought-after position, this spacious 2 bedroom residence on a great-sized block bathing in sunshine presents an amazing opportunity to establish an exceptional presence where all around are the wonderful attractions of a dynamic location. From cafes, restaurants, wine bars and the Westgarth Cinema to the Ruckers Hill and High Street nightlife, city trams, Merri train station and tranquil Merri Creek parks and trails, it’s all here virtually at the doorstep and it’s also in the prized Northcote High School zone. Quiet and comfortable with impressive proportions, this previously-updated home offers a light and airy interior with high period ceilings and polished Baltic pine floorboards complemented by plantation shutters, LED lighting and split-system heating and cooling. An arched hallway leads the way to 2 large bedrooms with built-in robes and open fireplaces before a superb living room including a gas log heater. A huge kitchen and meals area with Smeg stainless-steel stove and Miele dishwasher includes a European laundry while additionally there is a bathroom and a versatile study/sunroom area. Double-glazed sliding doors reveal a fabulous covered entertainment deck that overlooks an inviting north-rear courtyard garden with raised vegie garden beds, sheds, a sailcloth-covered parking space and wide remote-control door for excellent laneway access. A wonderful opening with further potential to make it one of Westgarth’s most outstanding homes.