| 43 Roseberry Avenue, Birkenhead | Agents: Jordan Selwyn and Brooke Barrass |

By Amy Houlihan.

Picture-perfect street appeal is a fitting introduction to this immaculately presented, early 1900s bungalow. Positioned on a completely flat, freehold site, it’s been renovated to maximise space and include modern lifestyle enhancements, with updates undertaken with care to retain the heritage charm and original features of the era.

A central Birkenhead location further boosts the appeal. The neighbourhood is in easy proximity to Highbury shopping centre and Hinemoa Street’s boutique establishments for coffee, cuisine and couture. Transport links to the city are also handy, including bus stops, the ferry and motorway onramps.

The current owners have loved living here with their young children, recognising how ideal the generous, single level layout and fenced section is for families. There’s an easy movement between the spaces and excellent indoor outdoor flow, while the sun passes through the house as the day progresses, finally casting afternoon light on the rear alfresco living.

Traditional elements like solid wood floors and high ornate ceilings have been artfully retained and complemented with a stylish contemporary colour scheme and modern facilities. The owners have carefully curated the features and fittings to suit the heritage aesthetic, but to also provide fresh, chic interior twists.
A wide entrance hall sees two generous bedrooms located at the front of the home. One is the master suite, which enjoys views over the established front garden and white picket fence and an ensuite. The formal lounge is a special room, a restful place decorated with a bay window, chandelier and soft colour scheme. It also has a gas fireplace and adjacent study area. Another bedroom is located opposite the family bathroom, which has a bath.

Gallery-style walls are brought to life with vibrant artworks in the expansive and open-plan casual living, dining and kitchen space. Skylights illuminate the room, while sets of sliding windows and bifold doors create a connection to the rear garden. The kitchen has stone benches, a breakfast bar, dark grey cabinetry and a striking black and white subway tiled splashback. The sunny fourth bedroom is located off this area.

Expansive decking has bench seating and steps down to the perfectly level rear lawn and garden, where mature plantings create an excellent sense of privacy. Kids are always in sight out here and the entire property is fully enclosed with secure fencing. Along with the garage, there is good off-street parking available.
This exceptional family home is a celebration of character in a contemporary environment, with fantastic outdoor living.