This charming 1919 home was built by the renowned master builder and developer John Beanland who for decades resided next door at 237 Edgeware Rd with his family. He was Mayor of Christchurch from 1936-1938. This home and others in the area have historical notes attributed to the Beanland style of homes - always large, always grand.
With renovations being done over time by various owners, this is the time to seize a piece of history and tailor make the house to suit you. Enjoy the space, style and elegance as it stands or enhance or adapt to your own requirements.
A home of stature and presence, a welcoming portico leads to a grand wood panelled entrance, timber floors and an elegant staircase, indicative of this grand era.
A formal sitting room is well sized and an ideal space for gatherings, with feature lead light windows in a seated bay and a pellet fire for heating. A downstairs bedroom features built in cupboard storage under the stairs and built-in wardrobe.
At the rear of the home is an open plan kitchen, dining and family room, heated by a compliant wood burner. A walk in pantry and an additional second pantry cupboard with a separate laundry provides plenty of storage. Direct flow to the outdoor deck and large lawn area provides entertaining and play space with a double garage and off street parking for extra vehicles. A downstairs bathroom has large bath, separate shower and toilet.
Upstairs consists of a spacious landing area, three extra large bedrooms and a fifth bedroom or studio space. A heat pump in the guest bedroom adds options for a third living area as an alternative. An upstairs bathroom completes the footprint.
With the owners children having left the nest, the opportunity now arises to make this character home your own to enjoy and enhance as you wish. Homes with history are hard to find, make sure you make this one your own.
Deadline Sale: All offers to be presented on or before Thursday 23rd March 2017 at 12pm (unless sold prior)
