229 Chapel Hill Road, Chapel Hill QLD 4069

When Brisbane architect Greg O'Brien designed this home over 50 years ago, it would have been deemed very much of its era, yet decidedly unique in what was then a bushland setting - a clear example of mid-century style making the most of its environment, site and aspect (cool in summer and warm in winter). In testament to good design, half a century on, the same can be said of the home now. The quality workmanship is clearly evident and the use of timber throughout, which has now mellowed with age, gives it an amazing sense of warmth and homeliness. The abundance of windows brings what is still a very natural setting in from every angle, yet their clever placement ensures the sense of private oasis throughout the home. Over time our sellers have sympathetically modernized the home with recent kitchen, bathroom and new covered decks I think the original architect couldn't have done better himself!

This is a home that absolutely has to be seen in person to get a true sense of its character and uniqueness. But be forewarned, if a tranquil haven in the middle of suburbia is what you have been dreaming of then you may be in danger of falling instantly in love!

INSIDE THE HOUSE
• A clever multi-level layout that opens spectacularly to the rear of the tree lined property means this home does deserve the title of Treehouse;
• An abundance of windows, glass doors, louvres and high ceilings throughout allows for loads of natural light, ventilation and brings the natural outdoor setting into every room;
• Plenty of original timber features including floors, paneling in some rooms, doors and staircase;
• Open plan living / dining flows out to the rear deck through timber framed glass sliding doors;
• Airy, light and modern kitchen is perfectly designed for those who love to cook and entertain with loads of bench and storage space;
• Large master bedroom with own retreat / dressing space enjoys windows and louvres across 2 sides;
• 3 further bedrooms each enjoy spectacular views up to Mt Cootha. Bed 2 leads to its own private covered deck;
• Recently renovated bathroom with separate toilet;
• Separate, timber paneled study;
• Laundry and downstairs powder room leads off kitchen and has external access;
• Double carport.

OUTSIDE THE HOUSE
• 610sqm block;
• The house has been designed and oriented on the block to capture the morning light and minimize the impact of the weather, and in particular the western sun, meaning that the home is cool in summer and warm in winter;
• 3 covered decks to the rear and one to the front provide plenty of spaces for alfresco entertaining or Sunday afternoon relaxation yoga anyone?;
• Natural tree lined setting requires little garden maintenance but would also offer keen gardeners a great opportunity for further landscaping;
• Original BBQ and seating area;
• Solar power panels.

LOCATION
• A mere 3 and 6 minutes respectively to high-performing catchment schools Chapel Hill State School and Kenmore High School;
• An abundance of excellent private schools are within a 10-20 minute drive including BBC, St Peters, Brigidine, St Aidan's, and Ambrose Treacy College. School buses depart from Kenmore Plaza;
• Literally 3 minute drive to the Kenmore shopping and restaurant area which includes Kenmore Plaza complete with Woolworths, Aldi, medical centre and chemist, gym, restaurants and soon to be opened nursery;
• Kenmore Plaza is also a central bus stop for many routes servicing buses to Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, CBD and UQ.