9 Hillcrest Avenue, Crafers West, SA 5152

This property is perfectly located within walking distance of the Crafers transport hub yet far enough away from the freeway to ensure peace and quiet at the house. Positioned at the top of a 1.3 acre (approx.) block, this home enjoys magnificent sea and city views from the rear windows and deck.

This unique and eclectic home was originally built in the early 1900's as a dairy worker's cottage and was subsequently expanded with an architecturally designed extension in the late 1970's by Kay Lawrence, an internationally regarded textile artist. The current owner, a well known author, has now lived in this creative home for over 30 years and has added her own unique touches throughout the property, such as the rear deck and water feature, which was designed by Andrew Quixley, a highly regarded landscape artist. The home as it stands today is warm and inviting with a bohemian flair!

What remains of the original "cottage" is partially constructed using glazed terracotta pipes, creating unique "cavity" walls in part. The external walls of the extension and second wing of the house are mostly clad with western red cedar. This and the hardwood decking timbers were selected deliberately to soften the external look of the house over time, blending into the surrounding land. The wall cladding has been well coated with a protective sealant ensuring long term protection from the elements. All living spaces are naturally light and airy and are designed to allow the surrounding views into these spaces.

As you make your way into the house there is an instant warmth created by a combination of natural light, Tasmanian oak floors and lightly lime washed timber ceilings. The main living space features an unusual double sided chimney with an open fireplace on one side and a modern combustion heater the other. This design creates both intimate reading space and open living in the same area.

The character filled kitchen features the original mini-orb wall, red-brick chimney and an antique wood stove currently for display only. Adjacent to the laundry is a nice deep bath with picture window views over the city and sea.

The second wing of the house includes three bedrooms and a modern bathroom. The master bedroom is substantial and has easy vision over the external water feature and deck. The high sky windows allow lots of natural light to fill these rooms.

The upper section of the block has been fully fenced to allow pets a large and safe area to roam. There is side access to the back of the block which leads to a large foundation slab which used to support a separate studio.

For Sale by Tender
Vendor's Start Price: $540,000
Offers Close: Wednesday 28th March at 5pm (Unless Sold Prior)