429 Military Road, Largs Bay, SA 5016

This double fronted bluestone bay window Villa exudes a timeless charm, situated in the tightly held coastal strip of Largs Bay which is renowned for its exquisite homes. This home is one of the finest and also one of the first properties built in the area along with the Largs Pier Hotel. Constructed in 1882 Creswell House is superbly geared for grand scale living and entertaining.
Upon entering this grand residence you are greeted with a two metre wide central hallway from which there is access to the formal lounge room which features a bay window, high ornate ceilings and marble fireplace along with the original servant bell pull. Across the hall way is the original drawing room where Naval history was made. This room is now used as a formal dining room and features include a marble fireplace and French doors which open out to the front veranda and garden.
A second living room is located at the rear of the home which offers a casual feel with a gas log fire and views to the in ground swimming pool.
A country style timber kitchen has an adjacent separate meals area with historic French doors leading to the back yard and swimming pool. An opportunity exists to upgrade this area to take this home to the next level.
This home boasts up to four bedrooms the main with access to a large two way ensuite bathroom which features a corner spa bath. Bedroom two offers double shield back antique built-ins and marble fireplace.
Other features of this house include a new roof, large rooms high ornate ceilings a second bathroom with shower, a large inside dry cellar plus a large outdoor cellar and much more.
Rarely does an offering such as this become available. An opportunity to purchase this historic home steeped in Naval History all within walking distance to the beach and Semaphore road. An outstanding beachside location.