News Corp Australia
First published 15 Oct 2024, 4:30am
It’s the ultimate mullet house – a cottage-style residence that’s pretty and serene out front but,
with a stunning extension and ample parking, is party-ready at the back.
The beachside home, at 9 Albert St, Glenelg East, easily accommodates large birthday parties, engagements and other celebrations, much to the surprise of those taking in its picturesque front garden, classic gabled roof and warm brick facade for the first time.
“We get people commenting all the time, ‘I thought this was a cottage’. Then they come out the back and they go, `Oh my God’,’’ said the vendor, who did not wish to be named.
“We’ve had our daughter’s engagement party here and 60th birthday parties here – it would easily handle 100 people, or a stand-up event for 150.
“And there’s just so much play area if you have kids.’’
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9 Albert St, Glenelg East is pretty as a picture from the front.
But it conceals a wow-factor renovation at the rear that you’d never expect at first glance.
A true entertainer’s delight, the rear extension features an impressive outdoor deck and kitchen.
The vendor has renovated the home, which comprises four bedrooms and multiple living areas, twice since purchasing it in late 2000. The front rooms were updated last year.
An earlier addition includes a large open-plan living area, with a sleek white kitchen with stone countertops, and an undercover entertainment deck, with an outdoor kitchen, a pizza oven, infra-red heating and Bluetooth speakers.
There’s also an extended carport with a spa area, complete with a television, that, when not used for parking, becomes an additional undercover entertaining space.
The carport and a double garage provide parking for at least eight cars, while a spacious shed has three-phase power, making the property ideal for tradies who require room for tools, machinery or extra vehicles, the vendor said.
Conveniently located near to quality schools, it’s also perfect for families, with potential to build up, if desired.
“It’s got that dormer window, which looks like there’s (an upper level) but there’s not,’’ the vendor said.
“There’s already the four bedrooms, two bathrooms, the entertaining area, a massive dining area, the big back area and the cosy-but-not-small front sitting room, so you don’t necessarily need any more room.
“But you could put a couple of (additional) bedrooms upstairs, or a parent’s retreat, if you wanted.’’
The outdoor space has hosted many events and celebrations over the years.
It also blends seamlessly with the inside.
The rear gardens still offers plenty of room for kids and pets to play.
While the home has been much-loved, the vendor said it was time to downsize.
However, she will remain in the local area, drawn to the beach, numerous options for shopping and eating and the proximity to the city.
“I’ve lived out in Kensington and Norwood and they’re all very nice but I’ve just always loved Glenelg – it’s Adelaide’s equivalent to St Kilda (in Melbourne) or Manly (in Sydney),’’ she said.
“It’s just a 12-minute walk to the beach from here so you feel like you’re always on holiday.
“Even in the middle of a horrible work week, I just love coming home and feeling like I’m away at the seaside.’’
The property, on the market with Ray White Real Estate, will be auctioned on October 26,
unless sold prior.
– BY LAUREN AHWAN
English (US) · 