Wurley

Originally built in the mid-1920s by the former Mayor of Preston, JS Grey. , , Set on a generous 1201m2 allotment (approx.) and ideally situated in a sought-after pocket, central to every desired amenity, this majestic Californian Bungalow delivers style, sophistication and classic grandeur in a prestigious Preston package! This cherished residence has been held by the same family for an incredible 75 years., , The elegance of period detail, including a spacious entry hall, lead light windows, decorative cornice, high, ornate strapped ceilings, picture and plate rails, timber floors and classic door furniture, adds charm and character to an interior where the proportions reflect the generosity of a bygone era. , , A granite kitchen, equipped with a full suite of premium Smeg appliances including dual ovens, and featuring a warm and welcoming breakfast bench that encourages time be spent with the chef, caters to everyday living with ease, while providing the focal point to the expansive living-meals area. , , Finished with timber floors and featuring a gas log fire, it drifts out to a sandstone paved entertainment area that anchors a rear yard with a sparkling pool, a floodlit tennis court, veggie beds and a versatile home office/studio. Brilliant as a work-from-home space or a versatile teen retreat, it's a welcome bonus. , , Complementing the casual living spaces is a refined lounge with a fireplace and an iconic bay window, a spacious dining room and a sunroom finished with a striking terrazzo-marble floor and enjoying direct access to the poolside. , , The main bedroom, boasting a distinctive curved bay window of its own, is complemented by three further bedrooms, which all share two bathrooms., , Undercover parking, secure behind a roller door, extra driveway parking, and tennis court access from the side laneway enhance the appeal. As does a location opposite JS Grey Reserve, footsteps from the tram and cafes on Gilbert Road, and within a relaxed stroll to Coburg Hills shopping centre and Regent Station. Preston Market and the delights of High Street are just a few minutes away.