294 Latrobe Tce, Newtown, is on the market for $1.05m to $1.15m.
A grand Italianate house that harks back to boom days of the late 1800s has hit the market in Newtown.
The circa 1892 residence, ‘Koringa’, has been meticulously preserved over the past 130 years, with sympathetic updates honouring its highly decorative style.
Buxton, East Geelong listing agent Rob Nelis said buyers had a chance to put their own stamp on the premium 740sq m property at 294 Latrobe Tce, Newtown.
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“There’s some ripping features in there, it just comes down to how you want it look yourself,” Mr Nelis said.
“It’s got the land size, it’s got a studio up the back which is not part of the heritage overlay. It’s just a great all around property.”
The Victoria Heritage Database describes ‘Koringa’ as a historically significant example of family life during a boom time for Geelong.
Fine period features are on show in the central hallway.
The front rooms all have original fireplaces.
Timber features heavily in the kitchen and dining room.
Its stained glass entry, veranda and fanlight inscribed with gold leaf are among notable features.
The entrance hall of the three-bedroom house makes a grand statement, with ornate cornices, ceiling roses and an intricate feature arch on display
An original two-way fireplace separates the front sitting room from a second living area or formal dining room, with another servicing two of the bedrooms.
Mr Nelis said an earlier add-on at the rear had been converted into an open-plan timber kitchen and dining area in more recent times.
High ceilings amplify the sense of space.
The updated bathroom is sympathetic.
The 740sq m property has a large back yard.
An existing brick chimney with an antique oven, pressed metal features and Dado panelled walls pay homage to the past in the kitchen, which also delivers the modern-day convenience of a 900mm oven and gas cooktop and a dishwasher.
Mr Nelis said a double garage and flexible studio space completed city fringe package.
“The studio could be a retreat or home office,” he said.
“My vendor had a bit of an online side hustle and she was working out of the studio.”
He’s set a $1.05m to $1.05m price guide for the property, which is offered to market for the first time in 20 years.
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