Private bedroom
- Own bathroom
- Built-in wardrobe
- Use of separate room
Spacious second-floor bedroom with ample storage, including a large built-in wardrobe and drawers. This bright, inviting room features a cozy fireplace with a red cedar mantle, carpeted floor, and a large south-facing sash window that fills the space with natural light and offers charming views of the backyard, pool, and converted stables. The room is unfurnished, giving you a blank canvas to make it your own.
A second, more intimate bedroom on the first floor is also available for your personal use. This room includes a built-in wardrobe and drawers, a ceiling fan, carpeting, and an east-facing window that looks out over the backyard and pool.
Your bathroom
The bathroom, located on the ground floor, is conveniently connected to the laundry area. It includes a toilet, hand basin, and a shower over a half tub.
Home Description
Description of the home
Built in the 1880s, this beautifully restored sandstone house was originally a coach house, brimming with character and charm. The stables at the rear of the property have also been thoughtfully renovated and are rented out separately. Chris, the current tenant of the stables, is a friendly professional in his 30s who enjoys playing guitar and occasionally pet-sitting Maple, an adorable and lively Cavalier dog.
Key Features of the House:
Year-round Comfort: Naturally cool in summer, with natural gas heating outlets downstairs for cozy winters.
Modern Kitchen: A large kitchen with a gas hob, electric oven, and a separate walk-in pantry. A shared fridge/freezer is available, but bringing your own or investing in one is preferred.
Versatile Living Spaces: Dining room/second lounge connected to the kitchen, plus a separate lounge.
Convenient Laundry: Internal laundry with a front-loading washing machine and dryer.
Reliable Connectivity: Google Mesh Wi-Fi ensures strong signal throughout the house and backyard.
Shared Amenities: A pool and garden, plus a twin garage, both shared with the stables' tenant.
Ample Storage: Includes a cupboard under the stairs and garage space.
Location Highlights:
Turrella is a peaceful, leafy suburb ideally located between Wolli Creek, Arncliffe, and Bardwell Park.
Transport: Just 20 minutes by train to Central. Turrella Station (T8 Airport Line) is a 6-minute walk, and Arncliffe Station (T4 Line) is 12 minutes away.
Shopping: Corner shop 5 minutes’ walk; IGA and other shops in Arncliffe are a 15-minute walk. Wolli Creek offers Aldi, Woolworths, and restaurants just over 20 minutes away on foot.
Green Spaces: Explore Wolli Creek Reserve, a state park with stunning trails, less than 10 minutes away, or enjoy Arncliffe Park’s playing fields, just a 5-minute walk.
This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the charm of a historic home with modern conveniences in a friendly and peaceful community.
Home features
- Ceiling fans
- Living area heating
- Broadband Internet
- Dishwasher
- Clothes washer
- Clothes dryer
- Study or office
- Storage room
- Balcony, patio or deck
- Courtyard, garden or yard
- Swimming pool
Bills and expenses
Bills & Utilities (50/50 Split):
Electricity: Billed monthly, approximately $150 each (this can vary based on usage).
Internet: $30 each per month.
Cleaner: Fortnightly service that includes vacuuming and mopping of all floors, and cleaning bathrooms, $43.75 each per fortnight.
Household Essentials: Shared items such as cleaning products, paper towels, etc., will be split 50/50 as needed.
Payment Details:
All bills are split 50/50 and paid as they come in. Payments should be made via direct transfer to the head tenant.
Rent: Payable weekly on Thursdays via direct transfer.
Covered by Landlord:
Gas and Water: Included in the rent, no additional charges.
Pool Operation & Maintenance: Electricity and upkeep for the pool are fully covered.
Lawns and Garden Maintenance: Also covered by the landlord, so you can enjoy the garden without additional effort or cost.
Occupants Description
- Animals and pets
- Art and culture
- Community work
- Cooking and food
- Creative interests
- Movies
- Reading
- Socialising
- Television
- Travel
I’m a Kiwi in my 40s, working full-time in the government sector. My work schedule is Monday to Friday, 9-5, with a few days working from home. Outside of work, I volunteer as a botanical tour guide.
My life can be busy at times, so I love to keep my home as a place of calm where I can recharge. I share the space with Gigi, my sweet cat.
I enjoy spending my time tending to my small garden and house plants, enjoying the pool, or unwinding after a busy day.
I’m always up for a friendly chat over tea or beer. I’m a big fan of experimenting in the kitchen and cooking with fresh herbs from the garden—it’s all part of the fun.
As my family is mostly interstate or overseas, I occasionally have relatives come to stay, usually once or twice a year.
If you’re someone who values a peaceful, cozy environment with a good balance of social time and personal space, we might just be the perfect fit!
Cat Lover: You’ll be sharing the space with Gigi, so I’m looking for someone who genuinely loves cats and has experience living with them. Bonus points if you’re comfortable helping with small cat-related tasks like feeding her if I’m ever away.
Working Professional: Ideally, you’re a professional with a stable income, reliable when it comes to paying rent and bills on time.
Respectful of the Space: Keeping shared areas clean and tidy is important, as is treating the home with care. This is a place for both of us to feel comfortable and relaxed.
Non-Smoker: This is a smoke-free property, both indoors and outdoors, so I’m looking for someone who doesn’t smoke.
Willing to Meet the Landlord: As this is the landlord’s family home, they’d like to meet you during the vetting process, so someone open to this is essential.
Long-Term Commitment: If you’re looking for a stable, long-term place to call home, this is perfect. The current lease ends in February, and I’m hoping to renew for another 12 months with a flatmate who’s ready to commit.
If this sounds like you, I’d love to have a chat and see if this home feels like the right fit for you!
Gigi is primarily an indoor cat but enjoys some supervised backyard time when I’m home, where she can soak up the sun, chase imaginary friends, or indulge in some zoomies. Her favorite activities include rolling in sunbeams, making “biscuits,” and, of course, long naps. Her next adventure? Mastering the cat door!
Flatmate Preferences
- Females (str)
- Females (gay/bi)
- Without a cat or dog
- Cats okay
Jess
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