Space, views and a feeling of country so close to the city
"Adelong House" on approx 2300sqm of land. (ADJACENT ROSTREVOR)
Driving through nineteenth century wrought-iron gates, now seamlessly automated, the whole of the Adelaide plains fan out before you. It's like stepping into another world! The feeling of calm is tangible and it's hard to believe that only a minute ago you were in the bustling heart of Magill, a mecca for foodies with its vibrant cafes and gourmet shops.
Parking under the peppercorn tree in the circular driveway, the visitor walks down to the house, passing the Wisteria-clad pergola where a liberal sprinkling of city lights lends magic to nighttime entertaining.
The beauty of the place is not simply the house it has a history of course, but the opportunity to create a dream lifestyle around it, as previous owners have done. Sited on 2299m2 spread over two titles, there is plenty of space for a tennis court and swimming pool on the vacant allotment below the home. With its own road access and all services laid on, you also have the option of selling it on or building self contained accommodation for extended family, guests or rental income. There is also more land above the house to create gardens, a separate studio or unit for family members, or subdivide STCA.
Adelong was built in 1925 by HG Langman, manager of the Magill Brick Company and completely refurbished by our vendors in the seventies. Later, two study areas were added to the bedrooms of their then teenage boys who attended nearby Pembroke College. A ships ladder connecting the rear terrace with family parking above, may offer some clue to the home's name. Was it perhaps named for a ship that sailed into Outer Harbour, viewed in the distance from the lounge, formal dining room, master bedroom and an office with private entry?
As only the third owner, your mission will be to...
Lot/Plan No: C22083/F4 翻譯中文