18 Downing Street, Blackburn, Vic 3130

Set behind a fence lined with little gem magnolias and framed by pretty gardens, is a home with character and charm. Brick pillars and decorative sash windows allude to some of the features awaiting you inside and once there, you will not be disappointed. You're met by deep cornices, high ceilings, picture rails and original polished timber floors.
There are 3 bedrooms in the front section of the home; 2 have robes and all are pleasing sizes. They are serviced by a bright bathroom with a separate bath and shower plus a timber vanity.
Moving beyond this you'll enter the formal living and dining room, cleverly sectioned by the use of bulkheads. This room is lovely and light filled thanks to large windows; it offers an open fireplace with a stacked stone surround and a timber mantle, as well as lovely views to the front garden. There are double doors allowing this section of the residence to be closed off from the generous open plan area beyond where you'll find a private study that is fully fitted with a long desk, drawers and built in shelving. It is adjacent to the meals area and updated kitchen with stone benchtops, pleasing cupboard space, a SMEG upright 600mm cooktop/oven plus an ASKO dishwasher. This area is well served by a second bathroom.
The generous family room with built in bookcases, cupboards and shelving overlooks the stunning back yard which is flourishing with plantings of agapanthus, roses, silver birches and other complementary offerings. Double sliding doors with built in flyscreens lead to a pleasant alfresco deck which is covered to allow you protection from the elements. There is an abundance of red brick paving that leads to a lovely arbour and a vegie patch, well protected behind a double garage with a single roller door at the rear. The expansive yard has a large section of lush green grass making it a safe place for children to play; the timber potting shed/workshop in the rear back corner could easily be transformed into an enticing cubby house with only a small amount of effort.
This fabulous home has many additions including gas ducted heating, split system heating/air-conditioning in family room, a number of ceiling fans and a laundry with a fixed hanging rack.
It is set in a sought after location that is within easy walking distance to the tightly held Box Hill High School (to which you are zoned), Blackburn train station, local buses, popular schools, Blackburn Village with its cafes and restaurants plus a range of desirable amenities.
1069sqm approx. of prime land, an inviting period home and extensive gardens come together to make an irresistible proposition; inspect now to enjoy all that's on offer.