Spa Heaven

This is one of the neatest homes I have seen lately on Russell Island. Situated next to a Nature Reserve, in a quiet section of the Island with a Southeastern aspect, built on 597m2, 300mt from the water’s edge, and only moments from the boat ramp, this highest three-bedroom home has family appeal.

Upstairs:

The timber stairs at the front of the property lead to a tidy porch with a screened safety landing opening into the entry. The home has impressive polished timber flooring throughout, and the combined lounge/dining/kitchen means cooking and entertaining run seamlessly. Being highest, it catches the sea breeze during the summer, and reverse-cycle air conditioning guarantees warmth for the chilly mornings in winter.

The incredibly high ceilings on the top floor give the impression of spaciousness. All bedrooms have built-in robes, A/c and fans. The third bedroom is perfect for a study or home office.

Opposite the large linen press in the hallway is a space-smart shelving area suitable for a Wall of Fame for sporting trophies or ideal for a Book Nook where any ardent reader would love to display their library. The cleverly designed bathroom has a shower, toilet, and vanity, which services the bedrooms upstairs.

The kitchen has plenty of bench space and crips clean cabinetry, complete with an oversized gas chef-style oven and dishwasher. The large walk-in pantry is awesome, so there is a place for everything, and everything will be in its place. “Tidy kitchen = no friction.” There is also plenty of room for a double fridge.

The generously sized laundry is not just a workspace; it is a space you will want to work in. The dark floor tiles, white wall tiles, and clean white storage area create a peaceful calmness as you walk through to the extensive back verandah.

The stylish pull-down blinds double as a screen for the western sun and also for protection from the bities in summer.  You will be blown away by what you see as the main attraction in the backyard.

Back Garden:

Sitting on a raised timber deck in the backyard is a full-sized plumbed-in therapeutic spa complete with a Japanese-style gazebo to protect you from the sun, cool breezes, and inquisitive neighbours. Think how delicious it will be after a hard day at work, a long day shopping on the mainland, or a big day on the water catching fresh seafood for dinner to come home and relax with bubbles in your hand and in the warm spa.

The garden itself is completely (almost) maintenance-free. With a small patch of grass to mow (10 minutes), enough to keep the dog happy, the rest of the small area is terraced with timber decking and has flowering plants and fruit trees with a large avocado tree. If you have a green thumb, this area is perfect for a vegetable garden. There is nothing like homegrown and organic produce.

Bottom story:

Under the verandah is a large semi-closed-in area suitable for a gym. It is out of the sun and out of the weather.

Step through the door and under the top floor; the footprint of the home is open to your imagination. It could be completed as an entertainment area or a dream workspace for the handyman (or woman). There is already a small closed area for a guest bedroom. A second bathroom with a shower, toilet, and vanity is already in place, and a small laundry with plumbing for a kitchenette has been started, so why not make this a teenage retreat or accommodation for visitors or turn this space into a Granny flat or BnB for a second income.

Front Yard:

The tiled driveway has secure parking under the house for your car. There is enough room for the boat beside the side fence and a second car space near the footpath. The maintenance-free gardening continues.

Features:

Heated towel rails in the top bathroom.

A/c can be installed on the ground floor if required.

Breakfast bar in the kitchen.

The water filter is plumbed into the kitchen sink.

Small storage nook under the breakfast bar.

Three long wall shelves above the bench in the kitchen.

Outside folding wall clothesline.

Outdoor shower for after the spa.

Fully fenced. Animal and child-friendly.

A/c and fans throughout the home.

A welcome abundance of electric lighting in the living area.

The insulation for the top floor is in the ceiling of the garage.

A hidden safe has been concreted into the floor in the garage.

Security sensor lights.

This really is a lovely home with not a lot needed to add your touch to make it yours.

Call Chriss McGregor NOW on 0420 555 997 for an inspection.