SA's Beautiful Peterhead ‘House Rules’ property hits the market

A BEAUTIFULLY renovated home in South Australia's Peterhead that was one of the stars of Channel 7’s ‘House Rules’ in 2014 has hit the market at 104 Mead Street.

Mel Chatfield, who was on the show six years ago, said the property had become too big for her and her daughter and it was ideal for a large or growing family.

“We originally bought the house as a run-down property in desperate need of renovation and my dream was to see it restored to its former glory,” Ms Chatfield said.

“There were holes in the floor, the windows were boarded up, there was no electricity in the back of the house and no hot water – but I could see the potential.

“I was genuinely passionate about restoring the character of the home and making it into a big, warm, family home and the plan was to do this slowly.

“I was then approached by ‘House Rules’ and it was a great opportunity for me to fulfill my dreams for the home – so I accepted the offer and the journey began from there.

“I spent six months travelling around Australia, to every state, renovating other people’s homes and this property was the final one to be renovated.

“I’ve since applied the finished touches to the inside of the home and spent a lot of time fixing up the outside as that wasn’t part of the show.

“Since ‘House Rules’ my personal circumstances have changed and the house is just way too big for my daughter and I – it’s time for a big family to come in and love it as much as we do.

“It’s perfect for someone who wants to work from home. There are two bedrooms at the front of the property – the master that has a giant walk-in robe, master ensuite and king bed – and then the second bedroom is used as an office.

“That still leaves you four bedrooms and two living areas at the back of the property so you have the chance to keep your business separate from your home life.

“The location is excellent. It’s just a 10-minute walk to Semaphore Road and the jetty – and is perfectly placed in-between Semaphore and Largs Bay.

“The other drawcard is the fact the home squeezes into the Largs Bay school catchment by just one property. The great public transport links close-by will also appeal.”

Ray White Woodville Sales Agent Jonathon Kiritsis said the property was set in a friendly portside suburb between Semaphore and Largs Bay and was just 1km to the beach.

“The future for this villa looked grim, but thanks to ‘House Rules’ and Mel, an epic renovation has led to an upcycled chic and is now a genuine stand-out,” Mr Kiritsis said.

“A new bullnose verandah, repainted facade, new wiring, plumbing, full landscaping, an alfresco deck, and new fencing behind secure auto gates provide a thrill at every turn.

“In the flesh, its industrial, textural, and timeless edge toys with tradition in the boldest way - pressed metal, leadlight, decorative mantels, exposed brick, and reclaimed timbers mesh with a modern family footprint.

“Given there are five bedrooms, there's scope to flip the first generous bedroom into a consulting room or office.

“Opposite, the familiar dimple of pressed metal commands the uber-glam master suite wiping all memory of its adjoining lounge for a chic ensuite and walk-in robe, far better suited for parental luxury.

‘Both the open-plan family and meals zones bathe in light from French doors, each breezing outside to summers on the deck, a shaded lawn, a paved gazebo, and irrigated beds for veggies.

“And the final relic? A barn-style powered workshop fit for a studio, games room or bar, is well worth a bit of elbow grease.”