8 Winchester Avenue, Colonel Light Gardens, SA 5041 - More Details
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Positioned within one of Colonel Light Gardens' most tightly held and cherished pockets, this beautifully presented Bungalow combines the timeless appeal of its character origins with a thoughtfully updated and extended floorplan designed for modern family living. Set upon a generous 691m² allotment, with rear lane access, a sparkling salt-chlorinated swimming pool and gorgeous established gardens, this is a home where character, quality and lifestyle come together with exceptional ease.
From the moment you arrive, the home's classic Bungalow credentials are immediately apparent, with pristine floorboards, generous proportions and an inviting sense of warmth that continues throughout. Accommodation is wonderfully flexible, with up to five bedrooms, two bathrooms and multiple living spaces, providing plenty of room for a growing family, guests or those simply seeking space to spread out.
The original front bedrooms are particularly generous in scale, with one featuring a charming decorative fireplace and built-in robes, while a second living room provides a wonderfully intimate retreat, complete with its own decorative fireplace - an ideal space for quiet evenings, reading or simply escaping the activity of family life.
At the heart of the home is an exceptional open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, where beautiful hardwood flooring, abundant natural light and a seamless connection to the outdoors create an impressive everyday living and entertaining environment. Wide sliding doors open onto the expansive alfresco entertaining deck, complete with convenient café blinds, overlooking the lovely lush established gardens.
The kitchen is both elegant and highly functional, centred around a substantial island bench with granite benchtops and complemented by a double sink, Miele dishwasher, five-burner gas cooktop and oven, together with an impressive walk-in pantry. Designed with entertaining in mind, this is undoubtedly the social hub of the home, a space where family and friends will naturally gather.
Privately positioned at the rear, the spacious master suite features a generous walk-in robe and a beautifully appointed ensuite with a frameless shower and separate bath, delivering a level of comfort and privacy befitting the home.
Outside, established gardens provide a wonderful backdrop to family life. Behind elegant glass fencing, the salt-chlorinated swimming pool offers the perfect place to spend summer afternoons, while a cubby house will delight younger members of the family.
The home is equally well equipped for everyday living, with ducted reverse-cycle heating and cooling, 5kW solar, undercover parking for one vehicle with a pool shed and space for up to three additional vehicles. Rear lane access adds further convenience and versatility.
And then there is the location. Beyond the front fence lies everything that makes Colonel Light Gardens such a treasured place to call home - broad tree-lined streets, wonderful parks, excellent local amenities and, perhaps most importantly, a genuine sense of community. Enjoy an easy stroll to The Local Crowd café, Colonel Light Gardens Primary School and Mortlock Park, with local sporting facilities and playgrounds close at hand. Mitcham Square, public transport and the Adelaide CBD are all conveniently accessible, ensuring both everyday necessities and city attractions are within easy reach.
Families will appreciate the excellent choice of nearby schools, including Unley High School, Mitcham Girls High School, Scotch College, Mercedes College, Cabra Dominican College and Concordia College. Flinders University, Flinders Medical Centre and Flinders Private Hospital are also within a short drive.
Combining the enduring beauty of a classic Bungalow with sophisticated contemporary living, exceptional entertaining spaces and an enviable Colonel Light Gardens lifestyle, 8 Winchester Avenue is a home of genuine substance and considerable appeal.
It is our absolute privilege and pleasure to bring this property to market. Please call Simon Tanner with any questions about the home or for further information about the local area. We're here to help and would love to hear from you on 0402 292 725.
Specifications:
CT / 5755/295
Council / Mitcham
Zoning / EN
Built / 1926
Land / 691m2 (approx)
Frontage / 15.24m
Council Rates / $3,716.85pa
Emergency Services Levy / $280.00pa
SA Water / $351.14pq
Estimated rental assessment / $1,400 - $1,500 per week / Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools / Colonel Light Gardens P.S, Clapham P.S, Westbourne Park P.S, Edwardstown P.S, Mitcham P.S, Unley H.S, Springbank Secondary College, Mitcham Girls H.S, Hamilton Secondary College
Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal and financial advice. Should this property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement may be inspected at any Harris Real Estate office for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction and at the auction for 30 minutes before it starts. RLA | 333839
- Type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Parkings
- 4
- Area
- 691 m²
