25 Francis Street,
West End 4810, Queensland

SOLD BY VARUN PINTO

Perched on the flanks of Castle Hill, this award-winning and distinctively designed home takes in the most amazing views of Townsville, out to Mt. Stuart in the middle distance, Herveys Range beyond, extending past Mt. Louisa to the right and to the Flinders Street West precinct in the city on the left.

This impressive home designed by Troppo Architects entered Queensland's architecture awards in 2001.

Hidden in the heart of Townsville is true serenity; a life among the clouds and canopies, immersed in peaceful wilderness; A solace in nature' design. A position so magnificent, that the urge to lean into the wind to take in the unforgettable sights and sounds of nature is simply irresistible.

Highlights:
• The upstairs level incorporates four bedrooms, the main bathroom and an open plan living/dining area opening on two sides onto the cantilevered, uniquely shaped deck.
• The louvres and sliding doors in the living area allow a free flow of air and an unrivalled 180-degree view of the city.
• Throughout the house, banks of floor-to-ceiling louvres, large glass sliding and French doors, as well as high set louvres just below the raked roofline which goes from 2.7m to 3.6m in height, ensure the house is flooded with light and make the most of cross ventilation.
• The open-plan kitchen features a breakfast bar, double sink, dishwasher, gas cooktop, built-in oven and laminated cabinetry.
• The master bedroom with exposed beams and its own small sun balcony shares the same vista as the main verandah.
• Internal stairs lead down to the lower floor which includes a spacious fifth bedroom / multipurpose rumpus room with its own deck plus an extra-large bathroom and laundry.
• The bathroom servicing the bedrooms upstairs features a bath, a shower cubicle with floor-to-ceiling tiles and a double size vanity.
• There is plenty of room to entertain guests on the oversized L-shaped verandah or the deck downstairs overlooking the inground freshwater pebbled pool.
• The pool is filtered using a "Nature 2" freshwater system that uses copper and silver to keep your pool water healthier.
• A cost-effective and environmentally friendly heat pump will ensure you have hot water throughout the year.
• Double bay carport.
• The layout and impressive design ensure your electricity bills are kept to a minimum, as low as $1.80 for the last quarter.
• 2.0kW Solar system.
• Crim safe security screens throughout.
• Rates approx. $4,070.00 per annum
• Edging onto Castle Hill, this home offers plenty of privacy and panoramic views of the city.
• The backyard leads into all that Castle hill offers with the walking tracks very close by.
• Located within a 5 minute drive to the CBD, schools, hospitals, shops, cafes, restaurants and so much more located in the immediate vicinity of this prime address.

Disclaimer: All photographs, facades, colour schemes, floor plans and dimensions are for illustrative purposes only and may vary slightly to the end product.