63 Carpenter Street

Quarry Hill VIC 3550

Ideally located just a short walk to the Bendigo CBD in Quarry Hill, this established family home has been impeccably renovated and restored and filled with modern amenities. This sought after location is just minutes to cafes, restaurants, schools, parks and the Bendigo railway station. Such a beautiful home will attract professionals and families looking for a versatile lifestyle property in an ideal location.

Tucked away behind a picket fence, 'Arcadia' offers a captivating weatherboard faade with traditional veranda and leadlight feature windows. The driveway leads down the side of the home providing plenty of off-street secure parking and double gates lead to the rear yard.

Unique and striking period features continue upon entry with a central hallway, high ceilings, traditional fretwork and fireplaces throughout. Solid timber flooring runs the length of the hallway, leading you into the home and giving warmth to the space.

To the right, a formal lounge with a large window is the perfect place to escape at the end of the day. Two further bedrooms are found off the central hallway both with built-in robes, in addition the master suite is complete with walk-in robe and traditional style ensuite bathroom. The three-piece family bathroom is updated with heritage features including claw-foot bath and feature tiling and a full laundry with separate toilet service the home.

The open plan living and dining area is found at the rear, framed in floor-to-ceiling windows and doors, and is flooded with natural light and sky-high ceilings give a great sense of space. The heart of the home is the kitchen, updated to fit in with the style of the home while including all modernisations such as 6-burner gas cooktop, double drawer dishwasher, appliance cupboard and stone bench tops.

A generous, paved outdoor entertaining area and covered alfresco area overlook the yard beyond. You can imagine yourself here entertaining friends and family year round. A surprising and welcoming addition to the home is the converted garage, finished with electrical fit offs, polished concrete floors and custom artwork, it creates a flexible living area or work from home option with direct access from the side driveway. Above is a fully self-contained studio apartment with cathedral ceilings, plantation shutters and full bathroom and split system unit. This addition provides a great option for a teen retreat, guest room or possible rental options.

Gorgeous established gardens provide absolute privacy and a fully irrigated lawn area offers ample space for the family to enjoy. A sparkling salt chlorinated pool is fully fenced and surrounded by quality sandstone paving making it the perfect completion to this family home.

Additional features:
- Dual garden shed and pool shed
- Fully automated irrigation system
- Ceiling fans in living space
- Ducted refrigerated cooling and gas heating
- 6.1KW Solar panels
- Fully self-contained studio apartment
- Converted garage for flexible use options
- 9x3 metre salt chlorinated heated pool
- Study nook with sliding door for privacy
- Quality stainless steel appliances including 6-burner gas cooktop, wall oven and dishwasher
- Farmhouse kitchen sink
- Solid timber flooring
- Cedar windows throughout