Big, bright and beautifully presented, this is a house whose owners have taken their own decor path instead of slavishly following trends. This originality is expressed in colour choices, avoiding the now-commonplace earthy tones of latte, mocha or chocolate and, instead, embracing vibrant burgundy and strong charcoal. And what a stylish, classy result.
Off-white porcelain tiles shine underfoot in high-traffic zones, plantation shutters are in burgundy or white, elegant drapes have fabric pelmets, walls are creamy-white, carpet is grey, and kitchen and bathrooms are accented with charcoal-hued mosaic tiles and cabinetry panels in burgundy: a fine partnership of harmony and flair.
Of the five good-sized bedrooms, the main (through double doors from entry hall) has space for a reading nook, walk-through twin robes with bifold doors, and a chic en suite with oval spa, dual vanity basins and heated towel rail. One bedroom (with mirrored robes) is off the living hub, while the remaining three are down a carpeted hallway; one decked out in pink will thrill a young girl. Also along this hall are a separate toilet and the sleek main bathroom.
An open, carpeted lounge room with two entry portals is the spot for adult retreat, while a living hub surrounding the kitchen delivers space galore via a family-meals zone and rumpus room. Floor tiles, vertical blinds and a three-door, opaque-glass-fronted storage closet flanked by shelves make the rumpus room practical and easily tidied.
The kitchen has a stone-topped, return island bench with striking pendant lights above and storage below, a double-door pantry, pull-out bin cupboard, an Asko dishwasher and a D’Amani 900mm gas cooker under steel-and-glass rangehood. A big laundry next door has loads of storage and access to the remote-controlled double garage with back roller door.
A big pitched-roof pergola above stamped concrete squares away family entertainment, a cute wooden cubby house and play area will keep the littlies amused, and a big garden shed is always handy.
The property of about 1011 square metres in Manor Lakes estate has ducted heating, three split-systems, alarm and a 20,000-litre water tank. It’s a stroll away from a shopping centre and childcare and close to schools and station.
… Carole Levy
