18 Ellis Street, Flora Hill

Step through the front door of this classic brick home and you'll find period charm and modern updates working together. High ceilings, ornate plaster cornices and a decorative ceiling rose give the lounge room real character, and the tiled open fireplace makes it a cosy spot for winter. A split system air conditioner keeps the open-plan dining area comfortable year-round. The kitchen is the centrepiece. Soft blue shaker cabinetry sits beneath warm timber benchtops, with glass-fronted overhead cupboards, a freestanding gas cooker, a mosaic splashback and brass pendant lights. A central island adds extra bench space and storage, and the sliding barn door adds a nice finishing touch. The bedrooms are light-filled and carpeted, with sheer curtains, original detailing and built-in robes. One bedroom has direct access to a stylish bathroom, with a floating vanity, a timber top, a stone-look vessel basin and a glass shower with a rain head. The second bathroom includes a full-size bath, a separate shower and a frosted window for natural light. At the rear, a versatile second living area or studio has a feature exposed brick wall, downlights and a garden outlook. It would suit a home office, rumpus room, guest space or hobby room. Step outside to a large, level lawn, a timber deck for entertaining and a fire pit area, all framed by established trees and garden beds. Other features include solar panels to help keep power bills down, a garage with a long driveway for off-street parking, and a neat front garden behind a classic brick fence.