69 Mary Street BLACKSTONE, QLD 4304

This is a rare opportunity to purchase a piece of Ipswich's early history. "Caerleon" was built in 1882 by Mr Isaac Parker who had taken employment as a mine manager with the famous coal king Mr Lewis Thomas. After being altered over the years the property was purchased in 1994 and underwent 2 major renovation stages with the aim of restoring it to the original yet maintaining a modern lifestyle. Winner of the Ipswich City Council 1998 Heritage Award For excellence this wonderful home is reminiscent of the period of the early coal mining days in historical Blackstone.
Features include:-
? 2 Double bedrooms (front with Air Con)
? Originally Ladies and Gentlemen sitting rooms, the other 2 rooms have been recently utilised as additional bedrooms. Each feature Back to Back cast iron fire places with red cedar mantle pieces and red cedar French doors opening on to the side veranda.
? Separate Lounge/Dining room with suspended chandeliers, ceiling Rose feature and R/c Air Con.
? Upgraded kitchen with modern conveniences but still maintaining the decor of the house with lead light cupboard doors and impressive granite top benches
? Fully renovated modern style bathroom with loads of cupboard space
? Other features include:- High ceilings, hallway doors, stained glass, tongue/groove timber ceilings and walls plus an alarm system for added protection .
? Wide wrap around verandas great for relaxing and enjoying the breeze
? Large multipurpose concreted undercover area at rear
? Lock up garaging underneath and laundry room
? Big 6,020 Sqm block with wonderful mature trees and plenty of shade
? 2 Inground water tanks 50,000 litre and 5,000 litre
? Centrally located :- Walk to local primary school, easy access to Ipswich-Brisbane motorway and all other amenities including Rail, Secondary school, Major Shopping and retail outlets within a 5 mins radius
? Growth area with new subdivisions recently sold and more stages under construction
? Only 10 mins Ipswich CBD and Queensland University, 30 mins Brisbane
? Here is your chance to be the proud owner of this impressive landmark of a bygone era

This property is proudly marketed by Ray White Ipswich. To arrange an inspection, please contact
Morrie Marsden on 0417 636 571.