413 Lydiard Street North, Soldiers Hill, VIC, 3350, Australia

This stunning Victorian Soldiers Hill home, built in the late 1860s, is a rare offering to the market that is sure to impress. Once the residence of former Mayor of Ballarat, Thomas Houldon Thompson, this property boasts a rich history and timeless elegance.

Set on 1,012m2 approx, located just blocks from Ballarat Railway Station and the CBD, the location is as convenient as it is prestigious. As you enter the property through the cast iron fence, the magnificence of the house with its wrap-around veranda is immediately apparent.

Inside, the home features soaring 13.5 ft ceilings throughout the original part, creating a sense of grandeur. The beautiful entrance hallway is adorned with detailed archways, leadlight, and Baltic floorboards, setting the tone for the elegance that awaits.

To the front of the home, two large bedrooms with built-in robes, ornate features and high ceilings provide luxurious accommodation. The expansive formal lounge in the middle of the home boasts a beautiful pressed metal ceiling, cornices, fireplace, and large windows that flood the room with natural light, highlighting the Baltic pine floorboards.

Continuing through the home, you'll find two more bedrooms, one with a fireplace and robe. The owners have had plans prepared to convert this area into a master bedroom, ensuite, and walk-in robe, adding modern convenience while maintaining the home's character.

The bathroom, with its claw foot bath and separate shower, is a delightful blend of old-world charm and contemporary comfort.

A large extension seamlessly blends with the front of the home, featuring an open-plan kitchen, meals, and family room with stunning Sydney Bluegum floors. The white provincial kitchen with stone benchtops, ample bench space, and quality appliances overlooks the dining and family area, which is bathed in beautiful sunlight, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. French doors open onto a deck area, perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine. The large, light-filled laundry provides great storage and a separate door to the rear deck.

Outside, the property is a delight, with a separate, two-room building featuring gas heating, French doors and deck that could serve as a home office or additional living space. The gardens surrounding the home evoke a sense of stepping back in time, while the veranda offers a perfect spot to enjoy a book.

Additional features include, 18 panel solar system, 7.92KW approx, central heating throughout the home for added warmth in winter, an air conditioner in the rear living area for comfort in summer, double remote-controlled garage with a workshop area, and remote-controlled front driveway gates.

Located within walking distance to Ballarat Railway Station, cafes, and the CBD's fine dining establishments, as well as Lake Wendouree, this property offers a lifestyle of convenience and elegance.