Built in 1947, and purchased from its original owner in 1986, 209 Westview Street Scarborough sits on a generous 693sqm and has accommodated and entertained children, teenagers, five granddaughters, countless parties and family celebrations. The home, originally a modest Californian bungalow typical of its era, was extensively re-designed and renovated by renowned and award winning architect, the late Ralph Drexel, an early adopter and exponent of passive solar principles who observed the owner's lifestyle over many days sitting outside with a glass of red wine and decided a low maintenance extension was the way to go. The pool was installed first to fit snugly in around the free standing studio from which Hall of Fame guitarist and producer John Meyer created his extensive catalogue of music. Sadly, John passed away in 2020 and his partner has reluctantly decided it's time to relocate to a lock up and leave and let another family enjoy this delightful home. DESIGN INNOVATION / PERFORMANCE Louvres and solid wood frames French doors to pool area Multi-use rooms, and multiple living areas indoor and outdoor Original lead light windows and door to two front rooms Cross breeze ventilation Solid brick floors to create thermal mass during winter and summer PV solar Northern facing living areas to capture winter and summer sun Combination of ducted and reverse cycle air con FEATURES Extremely high ceilings throughout Original ceiling roses Ceiling fans Established gardens Concealed laundry and northern drying area Dedicated herb/vegetable garden Three outdoor areas plus a 'verandah' adjoining pool Combination of solid jarrah floorboards and recycled brick floors Wood burning fireplace to lower living area Gas BBQ connected to mains Reticulation Concealed pool pump, Pool robot included GARDEN - a bird sanctuary Established Bay Laurel hedges which provide a lovely sense of functional privacy Viburnum hedges lining the pool area Rosemary hedging on verge to create a buffer to the street and a shared source of rosemary for neighbours and friends Meyer lemon trees Wisteria climber Dombeya hedge in front courtyard Fig tree Magnolia trees Ginkgo Biloba tree (very rare) Stephanotis climber Numerous established shade tress - Chinese Tallow, Jacaranda, Chinese Elm in courtyard, Multiple pink and white Frangipanis TITLE DETAILS Lot 468 on Plan 3697 Volume 1755 Folio 816 R30 693sqm Contact Michelle Ralph today with any further queries.
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