1 Australian Avenue, Clovelly Park, SA 5042

What a rare and perfectly preserved treasure from a bygone era!

Buyers with retro tastes will fall in love with the gorgeous vintage style of this unique two bedroom home, which sits on a corner allotment in a great location just 11 kilometres from the city.

The house itself offers plenty of potential for updating and renovation, although you might may retain some of those classic features which are very much on-trend right now. If you're thinking bigger, the huge allotment also lends itself to development, subject to council approval.

An entry hallway opens to a large carpeted living/dining room with reverse cycle air-conditioning, ceiling fan, lovely big picture windows with decorative pelmets, and glass double doors with a funky art deco design.

Stepping into the kitchen evokes a wave of nostalgia. The original decor - including wallpaper, lino flooring, ornate glass breakfast bar and glass-fronted cabinets - have been amazingly well-maintained. There's also an electric cooker and a surprising amount of cupboard storage.

Equally eye-catching is the bathroom, with its original mint-green basin, deep bath, tiling and separate shower. Next to it is the toilet and a generous laundry with loads of storage.

The large main bedroom has a floor-to-ceiling built-in robe and a window seat with built-in storage underneath, while the adjacent second bedroom has a built-in robe and desk. Both include air-conditioning units for year-round comfort.

There's a neat front garden with side access to the yard via double gates. At the back of the house is a paved and shaded entertainment area which leads to the large garden with paved pathways weaving their way among established plants and trees. The property also has a single garage.

This rare property – which was clearly someone's pride and joy for many decades - really does present an opportunity too good to miss in a location close to the city, schools, Marion shopping centre and public transport (Mitchell Park Railway is just a 1km walk away).

A real gem!