18 Consort Street, Corinda, QLD 4075

A celebration of late Victorian and early Federation architecture, this five-bedroom prestige home built in 1913 has been beautifully maintained and offers a spectacular lifestyle. Boasting dual street access, incredible entertainment options and exquisite traditional details, 'Ravensbourne' invites you to write the next chapter in its illustrious history.

Expertly crafted for the Burcher family in the early 20th century and named after Mrs Burcher's English hometown, the north-facing property has regularly featured in the society pages of the Brisbane Courier newspaper in the 1920s and '30s.

Surrounded by professionally-landscaped gardens, the home showcases a magnificent traditional facade, a covered wrap-around verandah and ornate latticework. The property is also made undeniably refined by original hoop pine floors, lofty ceilings, VJ walls, plantation shutters and decorative breezeways.

On its upper level, a generous formal lounge room punctuated by an original marble fireplace adjoins a collection of light-filled living areas. A covered rear deck overlooks picturesque gardens below. Downstairs, a spacious open-plan living and dining area forms the heart of the residence. Capturing exceptional natural light, this travertine-tiled central space adjoins a large gourmet kitchen displaying a huge breakfast bar, premium Smeg appliances and ample cupboard storage.

There is also a dedicated study/potential fifth bedroom, a full bathroom and a versatile rumpus area, plus a covered patio with plentiful space for hosting relaxed al fresco gatherings. Utterly idyllic, a large fully-fenced grassed rear yard is framed by mature gardens that create a fabulous sense of privacy. You will also find flourishing vegetable gardens, fruit trees, a chicken pen, a firepit area, a children's cubby house and a sandpit with a slide. Additionally, a cosy garden room can double as a studio, potting shed or gym.

Spilling out onto the home's verandah, an ensuited master suite encompassing a built-in robe is on the upper level. Three additional bedrooms are also on this level; one is ensuited and has a private sitting room.

Complete with a dual carport and abundant off-street parking for extra cars, the property also includes an internal laundry, an upper-level powder room, excellent storage, an instant gas hot water system, ceiling fans, air-conditioning, Crimsafe flyscreens and a 20,000-litre rainwater tank featuring a pump.

Promising to impress those seeking timeless charm and modern functionality, this phenomenal residence is close to a plethora of popular cafes, restaurants and boutiques. Honour Avenue's fashionable attractions, the Corinda train station and Sherwood Arboretum's playgrounds are minutes away, as are Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, the scenic Indooroopilly Riverwalk and UQ's Saint Lucia campus.

Positioned within the Corinda State School and Corinda State High School catchment areas, this extraordinary home is also a short distance from Saint Aidan's Anglican Girls' School, Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School and Christ the King Primary School. Do not miss this exclusive opportunity ? call to arrange an inspection today.