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Fashions may come and go, but Queenslander charm, grace, and beauty will always remain in vogue. This classical residence is steeped in history and dates back to the early 1900s and remarkably is only onto just its third owner in its 100 plus year history. The home's current custodians, retired architect Geoffrey Plante and his wife, Linsey, a professional training and development consultant, have made the difficult decision to sell the place they have called home for 45 years and move south to be closer to family. An inspiring property that has been lovingly maintained and extended over the years as the family's needs changed, particular care and expense were taken to ensure the integrity of this magnificent residence was upheld to the highest standards, ensuring that the authentic Queenslander charm, grace, and presence remained at the forefront of this home's story. Complete with grand rooms, pressed metal ceilings, sweeping arches and relaxing verandahs, and even a detached, self-contained villa that overlooks the home's huge inground swimming pool, it is not hard to imagine everything from a relaxed family gathering right up to the grandest of dinner parties hosting international dignitaries, state and federal government officials, and local business heavyweights. This residence can (and has!) done it all with ease.

There is a real opportunity for one lucky family to create their own dynasty for the next 45 plus years. With the auction date set down for the 24th of October, if you are looking to get into the tightly held, premier street of Townsville that is Alexandra Street, this will be one of the auctions of the year, so get in touch today!

The Property

- Gracious early 1900s Queenslander in absolutely immaculate condition
- Set on sprawling a 1,012m2 block that enjoys sea breezes, & beautiful ocean & island views from the back verandah
- Detached, fully self-contained villa overlooking the pool makes the perfect guest accom., extended family option, or even an Airbnb & has private external access
- Recently professionally repainted exteriors
- Be greeted by the formal entry garden with tranquil pond & beautiful granite paving and surrounds
- Privacy & security assured behind the home's elegant front fence & front gate with key-code access only
- Period features include pressed metal ceilings, original fretwork, tongue & groove walls, ornate original hand-painted rose cornices, & renovated door furniture
- Gorgeous original hoop pine flooring throughout, as well as northern hardwood flooring to front verandah
- Full chef's kitchen with granite & stainless- steel finishes, & appliances capable of catering the largest dinner party
- Main house includes two master suites complete with ensuites & built-in cupboards, & one of the suites features direct rear balcony access and views
- Elegant marble tiling included in one of the master suites in both the ensuite & bedroom floor space
- Soaring ceilings through main living spaces allowing natural light & breezes into every corner
- All internal spaces feature a combination of ducted air-conditioning & split system units
- Serious wine cellar with 1,800 bottle capacity complete with climate control, regal timber panelling, & strip lighting that creates a warm space to select & sample your finest wines & whiskeys
- 7m x 7m in-ground concrete pool between the villa & main house, with tiled surrounds & its own covered entertaining space
- Functional tradesman's workshop fully secure & lockable with power & lighting & separate access
- Secure, dry storeroom/cyclone shelter adjacent to the wine cellar (handy in a cyclone!) perfect for storage

The Location

- Walking distance to the Gregory Street cafe precinct
- Walking distance to North Ward Shopping Village
- Walking distance to Castle Hill hiking trails
- Walking distance to The Strand, CBD, & Jezzine parklands
- Walking distance to the Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- Walking distance to Townsville Grammar School
- Walking distance to Townsville Central State School
- Walking distance to Queens Gardens

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