Unlock the hidden potential of this character-filled house located in the heart of Ferntree Gully. It presents a wide variety of opportunities for renovation. As you move toward the entry of the home up the decorative iron staircase, you are greeted with an expansive balcony that is perfect for your morning coffee or to simply take in your surroundings. Upon entry, through the expansive foyer, you are greeted by the primary living area boasting a traditional wood fireplace and an abundance of natural light streaming through sizable windows. Adjacent to this space lies the initial two bedrooms, both featuring built-in robes and serviced by the centrally located main bathroom. Positioned to the left of the entry, a generous family room seamlessly transitions into the open-plan kitchen and meals area, alongside two additional bedrooms. The second bathroom is conveniently situated at the rear of the family room. The well-appointed kitchen boasts a walk-in pantry, gas cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher, and ample storage solutions for added convenience. Continuing from the kitchen, the laundry offers access to the covered alfresco area. Venturing outdoors, the expansive backyard can be accessed from both the family room and laundry, while the covered alfresco area extends onto the large verandah at the front of the property, providing dual outdoor entertainment spaces ideal for year-round gatherings with family and friends. Beneath the main residence on the lower ground floor, a single carport leads to a workshop and additional under-house storage facilities. To the left, a secure self-contained unit awaits potential conversion, featuring a spacious layout and a pre-existing bar area that could be repurposed into a kitchen with minimal adjustments. Additional features of this property are ceiling fans, reverse cycle heating and cooling systems, electric heater, original 1960s hardwood flooring beneath the carpets, as well as carpets and vinyl throughout, water tank, garden shed, and the potential for self-contained living quarters. FEATURES: • 724 sqm approx land size • 4 Bedrooms • 3 Bedrooms fitted with Built-In Robes • 2 Bathrooms • Open Plan Kitchen and Meals • Gas oven • Electric oven • Dishwasher • Walk in pantry • Kitchen renovated around 15 years ago • Living • Traditional Wood FirePlace • Family • Laundry • Ceiling Fan • Reverse Cycle Heating and Cooling • Electric Heater in Family • Under the carpet is 1960's first class hardwood flooring • Carpet and Vinyl Throughout • Under House Storage • Single Carport with Workshop • Additional parking at the Front of the Property • Security shutters around the home • Large covered entertainment area that flows onto an additional Pergola Space • Water Tank • Garden Shed • Potential Self-Contained Unit LOCATION: Primely located in Ferntree Gully, this home is conveniently located with many education options nearby such as Mountain Gate Primary School, Karoo Primary School, St. John the Baptist Parish Primary School, Heritage College Knox, St Joseph's College and Fairhills High School are all just minutes away. For all shopping needs, Mountain Gate Shopping Centre, Westfield Knox, Ferntree Gully Village and Boronia Junction are all in close proximity. Surrounded by an array of parklands nearby as well for you to enjoy include Wally Tew Reserve, Ferntree Gully Quarry Recreation Reserve, HV Jones Park and Koolamara Waters. For long distance commutes the M1 and M3 freeways are within 10 minutes and Ferntree Gully Train Station and many bus stops will service any public transport needs. On Site Auction Saturday 25th of May at 11am