38 Stone Crescent , Darlington

The Essence Of Darlington

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This stone and timber beauty captures the essence of Darlington in its every shadow and beam of light. Twice rebuilt on the ruins of the original 1904 residence - once in the '70s, and again in 2008 - the current home is a multi-level marvel studded with beautiful features and quirky touches such as enormous windows inset with feature leadlighting, soaring ceilings and an underground cellar, and even a gorgeous, gnarly tree branch as a stair railing - worn smooth by the grasp of so many hands over years past. Verging on eccentricity without quite tumbling over the precipice, the layout of this home meanders over a couple of levels, indulges you in pretty treetop views from 3 balconies, and stays true to its roots as a sturdy yet unique family home. While absolutely liveable as it is, and the spirit of this home isn't dulled or diminished, there's still parts that can be polished, renewed, made yours.

As with all properties, there are notable elements here that must be listed - 4 bedrooms of various proportions and interesting architecture, a spacious kitchen and dining area with a magical bushland outlook, an art room attached to the laundry for maximum practicality and creativity, the living room with the fireplace that draws you in and invites you to fill the space around it with old books, a favourite armchair, and an assortment of beloved pets - but anyone with even a hint of creativity or eccentricity about them will be drawn to the character of the home itself, that which cannot be contained by its rustic walls. So view at your own risk; you're sure to fall under its spell.


Features Include:
Truly unique slice of Darlington history with an assortment of whimsy in every room
4 interesting & lovely bedrooms
1 bathroom with potential for ensuite to bedroom 1 or 2
Over 2 levels with 3 balconies
Stunning living space
Welcoming kitchen & dining area
Amazing art room
Laundry space
Ruins from the original 1900s structure form part of the charm of the home
Beautiful bush & gardens
2,206sqm block (just over ½ acre)

While you'll be struck by the beautiful images of this property, they still cannot quite capture its true nature - that of a home where the potential for stillness, openheartedness, and restfulness abound, where light and airy spaces welcome summer breezes and the sound of autumn rain on the tin roof, where the entire spectrum between creative flights of fancy and restorative moments of grounding is indulged and cherished. It certainly isn't a surprise to know that a property over a century old has an interesting history, and it's no exception in this case, yet it is not necessarily on the hit list of iconic Hills homes. That's a blessing, given its tucked away artist's haven vibes and fauna-filled bushland surrounds, but there's something of iconic Darlington captured here anyway. The simple pleasure of seeing and feeling 'the twilight zone' of the night lights, the mellow soft feeling in the air - the glow and afterglow of the sunset. Feelings, inspiration and peace envelopes this home - just run your hand down that stair railing. You'll feel it.
The best of Darlington is all yours.

For more information on 38 Stone Crescent Darlington or for friendly advice on any of your real estate needs please call Tonnie Rebbettes on 0414 364 327.

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