A rooftop deck with views of Corio Bay is the crowning glory of a smart, inner city Geelong house that could aptly be described as a Tardis.
The three-storey residence – a modern-day version of the traditional terrace just a few minutes’ walk from the waterfront – is a great advertisement for using space wisely.
Despite a modest footprint, the 130sq m property contains two north-facing living rooms, three ensuite bedrooms and a study nook, plus dual outdoor entertainment areas.
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The townhouse is within walking distance of the waterfront and Geelong CBD.
The view from the rooftop deck.
The vendor describes 3/9 York St, Geelong, as “a little ripper” in a winning location close to Geelong CBD, Corio Bay and just a footbridge away from Pakington St’s shopping and cafe strip.
“It is amazing how well they have compacted it and fitted everything in and it still feels quite roomy,” he said.
He credits the original owners with tweaking the floorplan to make it more versatile and suitable for everyone from professionals to families.
“Ours has had a couple of extra bits done in it. It’s got a little study nook that been built under the stairs, which is really good if you want to work from home,” he said.
“Upstairs is a bit different in that we have actually got a full bedroom upstairs on the third level. When it was originally done it was all just one big room.”
A study nook is built under the stairs.
The modern kitchen has stainless steel appliances and a compact breakfast bar.
This first floor bedroom has a balcony with neighbourhood views.
The main open-plan kitchen, dining and living room occupies most of the entry level, where timber floors and a feature timber staircase add a warm note to the crisp, white interior.
Custom joinery maximises the functionality of the study nook and kitchen, which has a vinyl wrap cabinetry, soft close drawers, gas cooking and access to fridge plumbing.
It’s the gateway to a full sized laundry and handy powder room as well as a private rear courtyard via which you access the property’s rear single garage.
The first floor has two bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes and ensuites, and one with a north-facing balcony taking in neighbourhood views.
The best is saved for last on the top level where a rooftop terrace with bay views sits off the second living room.
The neutral palette suits any decor.
The rooftop deck is the go-to for summer entertaining.
The private rear courtyard is directly off the kitchen.
A built-in bench is perfectly positioned in one corner of this outdoor entertainment area so you soak up the water vista while kicking back with friends on bar stools.
“It’s amazing up there on the balcony and it’s got a little spot where you just put a couple of chairs and you sit there looking straight out at the water,” the vendor said.
“It’s just beautiful.”
The main bedroom is also on the this level and incorporates a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite.
Other features of the quality build include reverse cycle heating and cooling, double glazed windows, a security system and water tank servicing the four toilet cisterns.
Gartland, Geelong agent Lisa Emanuel is handling the sale of 3/9 York St, Geelong. Price hopes are $890,000 to $930,000.
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