Straight from the pages of a fairytale, this newly renovated family home occupies an immense 1682sqm north facing allotment encircled by spectacular native bush & thriving established gardens, & feels more than a little bit magical. Completely hidden from the street & featuring a perfectly private in-ground pool, step inside & discover a generous lounge room warmed by a built-in slow combustion wood fire, upstairs parents' retreat complete with luxurious walk-in wardrobe & ensuite, & a stunning new gourmet kitchen that connects seamlessly to a vast covered alfresco entertaining area overlooking the glorious greenscape. Adjacent to the magnificent urban oasis that is Mangerton Park with its abundant native flora & fauna, bushwalking, & playground, The Illawarra Grammar School is just 700m from home, Mangerton Corner Store delicious coffee & treats are a tempting 750m away, & of course vibrant Wollongong CBD shopping, dining, & entertainment delights are are yours in an easy 6 min drive. - Comprehensively renovated Colonial-style double storey home featuring original timber French doors & leadlight detailing. - Sturdy brick & tile construction built to withstand the test of time. - Peacefully set back from the street accessed via a verdant garden-lined driveway. - 5 ample bedrooms, all including built-in robes & ceiling fans, 2 with ensuites. - Carpeted master suite features huge walk-in wardrobe, skylight, & elegant ensuite. - Generous lounge with wood fire & bifold doors to enclose if desired. - New open plan kitchen/living/dining space connects to superb outdoor entertaining. - Glamorous cooks' kitchen includes enormous island bench, Westinghouse freestanding 900mm gas cooktop & oven, chic black sink & tapware, 40mm stone benchtops, & Bosch dishwasher. - Expansive covered alfresco entertaining area embraces the beautiful bush outlook. - Attractive wide board hybrid timber flooring on entry level, fresh carpet upstairs. - Study nook on upper level plus recently renovated family bathroom. - Detached double garage with workshop & adjoining bathroom. - Extraordinarily beautiful in-ground pool surrounded by native bush. - 2 additional off street parking spaces. Fenced yard. Kids' cubby house.