Leichhardt 2 Skelton Street

In a quiet cul-de-sac of a family friendly enclave, this freestanding c1920s residence stands on a 366.7 level square metre block with a stunning north-facing garden featuring a covered outdoor living area, timber-decked alfresco dining area and established Japanese inspired planting.

Named Carinya', meaning cheerful or happy home, it is a short stroll to Leichhardt Public School, St Fiacres Primary School, KU Leichhardt Preschool, Sydney Secondary College, Norton Street shops, cafes, cinemas and city buses.

Another appealing feature is the side driveway providing off-street parking, and level access to a separate self-contained garden studio complete with a spacious bathroom, ideal for a home office, artist workspace, playroom or teenager retreat.

Filled with natural light due to its north side aspect, this double-fronted home has a generous floorplan with an easy flow between the living room, kitchen and family room. There is also flexibility to create a third bedroom with minimal cost and effort.

Perfect for relaxed indoor-outdoor entertaining, it has a wide entry hall, two double bedrooms, study, sunny living room and a family room with expansive bi-fold doors which open onto the covered outdoor area and garden. Additionally there is a modern kitchen with a large pantry and Bosch dishwasher, a strikingly designed bathroom with bath and separate rain shower, separate laundry with adjacent second toilet.

Meticulously maintained by the same family for 19 years, the house retains appealing original period details including a tessellated tiled front verandah, high patterned ceilings, leadlight windows, polished timber floors and picture rails. Other features include gas bayonets, ceiling fans and custom-made architectural shade sails protecting the outdoor entertainment area.