Last Listing description (May 2019)
The time has come and the owners are serious about selling, transform this inner city gem into your masterpiece today.
'Rathlin' was built in 1910 and remained in the same family for over 66 years. The current owners purchased the property in the mid 70's, now the opportunity is here for you to purchase an original quality residence and to add your personal touches. The home is very private with low maintenance and landscaped tropical gardens.Located in the highly sought after 'riverside' precinct of Kangaroo Point and only 50 metres to the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, it captures the most spectacular views of the City Centre and Brisbane River.
The features include: -
* An exceptional inner city family home with all the warmth and charm of yesteryear
* Perfect north facing aspect on 501m2 of prime inner city land with 14.5m2 frontage
* The home features formal arched lounge and dining with French doors opening onto the wrap-around veranda's, high ceilings, VJ panel walls, polished timber floors,
* There are 4 bedrooms, master bedroom with built in robes and air conditioner
* Modern galley style kitchen with dishwasher, Main bathroom with shower over bath
* Relax and enjoy the cool breezes whilst entertaining guests under your covered rear deck which is ideal for Queensland weather all year round
* The downstairs area of the house is concreted with office area (ideal for those working from home)
* Car accommodation for 3 cars
Kangaroo Point offers you;
* 1.5ks to the City, with transport bus and ferry
* The Cross River Rail is well under construction where we will see the redevelopment of the 'Gabba' precinct
* Easy access to the motorways, walk to Southbank Parklands, river walks and bikeways
* Public and Private Hospitals ~ Mater Hospital, Queensland Children's Hospital, PA Hospital, Royal Brisbane, Greenslopes Private.
* Excellent private and public schools including; St, Josephs' primary, East Brisbane
Public School, Somerville House Girls, St. Laurence's Boys College, Anglican Churchie Grammar School (Churchie
* Enjoy an array of alfresco and fine dining, Performing Arts Complex, Southbank Art Gallery, and sporting facilities such as the famous 'GabbanThis is an Opportunity not to be overlooked.