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    40 Tranmere Street DRUMMOYNE

2 Wrights Road, Drummoyne, NSW 2047

8 Cambridge Road, Drummoyne, NSW

40 Tranmere Street DRUMMOYNE

Forthcoming Auction
A Federation House with Victorian decorative interiors:

"With high hedgerows and imposing presence, this meticulously renovated Federation home on a generous 763sqm corner block is a masterpiece of restored period styling with today's comforts, located in an attractive tree-lined street.

• "The grand entrance hall leads to elegant formal living and dining areas, as well as light-filled casual spaces with superb indoor/outdoor flow from the family room through French doors to the generous verandah.
• "Features of the spacious open plan country kitchen include beautiful marble bench tops, 'Aga' style combined gas/electric oven, dishwasher, island bench and plenty of pantry/cupboard space.
  
• "A large laundry provides extra storage space and includes adjoining 3rd bathroom.
• "The main bathroom with decorative lead lights includes spa bath & separate shower. The second bathroom is conveniently located between bedrooms.
  
• Plenty of accommodation is provided with four roomy bedrooms, all with decorative ceiling roses, cornices and picture rails.
• "The 3rd bedroom includes pull down stairs to attic storage; the main and 4th bedroom/study offer working fireplaces.
• "The main bathroom with decorative lead lights includes spa bath & separate shower.
  
• "The private level backyard with solar heated saltwater pool and immaculate garden barbecue courtyard is perfect for summer entertaining. Parking is via remote control gates.
  

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One of Drummoyne's landmark properties:

• grand proportions,
• traditional features and
• stylish modern improvements

2 Wrights Road, Drummoyne, NSW 2047

'A landmark residence of style and distinction'
For Sale around $1,800,000 Auction: Sat 28-Jul-12 10:30AM

A Victorian Villa with Cupola and some Federation features

"Combining position, elegance and a rare historic beauty, this majestic 1900s Federation residence is one of Drummoyne's landmark properties and a refined home of distinction. It makes an exceptional home and creates a lasting impression with grand proportions, traditional features and stylish modern improvements."

Small coloured glass panels in the upper window transoms are typical Federation features, as is the fireplace with tiles, and picture rails, and polished wooden floors

• "An imposing cupola domed ceiling on entrance
• "Gracious formal rooms with high ornate ceilings
  

  Upper wall vents show original gas lighting installed. Marble fireplace is absolutely typical and quite original

• "A wide traditional wraparound verandah
  

  Exposed rafters of the modern addition match those of the front verandah. The chimneys and cupola are a Victorian style.

• "Original fireplaces and polished floors throughout
  

  Original fireplaces and polished floors throughout, Window nook is a classic feature of the period

• "Private entertainment area & swimming pool
• "Separate study and lower level retreat
• "Superb master suite with deluxe full bath ensuite
• "Tandem carport, storage and central heating"

8 Cambridge Road, Drummoyne, NSW

For Sale, Price guide over $775,000 Auction: Sat 18-Aug-12 9:00AM
"Traditional style blending old and modern"

Beautiful Art Nouveau leadlight transom over the wall archway, handsome Edwardian timber fireplace

"A character home of style and charm, this generous Federation residence is a shining example of immaculately retained period details and sophisticated modern design. It provides a very relaxed and spacious family home in a great harbourside location.

• "Flowing interiors feature separate lounge and dining areas
• "High ornate ceilings, polished timber floors and leadlight windows
• "Peaceful rear garden with lawn and entertainment space
  

  Federation gardens are typically sparse.

• "Oversized bedrooms include fireplaces, two with built-ins
• "Quality CaesarStone kitchen equipped with Ilve gas fittings
  
• "Two bathrooms include a main with freestanding clawfoot bath
• "Secure off street car space with automatic entrance
  

  Exposed rafters and gables are typical Federation features, also stained glass transom over doorway

• "Air conditioning, four fireplaces and rear storage shed
• "Classic presentation yet enhanced for modern living"