Balwyn North 23 Jacka Street

This idyllic family home within the Balwyn High School zone encompasses classic character, splendid outdoor living and luxurious modern comfort. With the heritage of clinker-brick construction, the original features of this home include decorative fireplaces, sash windows, French doors and exquisite leadlight, occupying a 1/4 acre block (1,024 sq m approx) and backing onto Jacka St Reserve. A perfect long-term family home, enjoy the brilliant big backyard with a heated pool, an upstairs teenage retreat and independent living areas, with 5 bedrooms!

Upon entry you'll notice the gorgeous Brushbox floors extending to the open family and meals area warmed by a Coonara wood heater and adjoining the light-filled kitchen boasting European appliances. A formal lounge with a marble fireplace adjoins an intimate dining room. Currently used as a second dining room, a versatile living area offers French door access to the kitchen and alfresco patio. On the ground floor, 3 bedrooms with built-in wardrobes share 2 unique bathrooms - the master bedroom with a walk-in robe and period-style ensuite, while the main bathroom has been renovated to a high contemporary standard. Upstairs, 2 huge light-filled bedrooms with robes share a generous retreat and modern powder room, accentuated by backyard and reserve views.

The private backyard includes a solar-heated pool, entertaining gazebo, reserve access and gorgeous gardens frequented by lorikeets. Further highlights: ducted heating, split systems, fantastic storage, wine cupboard, quality window furnishings, Ilve and Bosch appliances and a double garage with a remote door and internal access. In a sought-after and tightly-held residential pocket, enjoy a walk to reserves, shops, schools and transport. Could you really ask for more?

19.8m x 51.8m - 1024 sq m approx. Balwyn High School Zone Walk to buses, reserves & schools Ducted heating and Coonara 4 living areas

Terms: 10% deposit, balance 30/60 days

Land: 19.8m x 51.8m - 1,024 sq m approx.