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John Bassi Renovation on Clemow
This phenomenal property is situated on Clemow Avenue in the Glebe. Enjoy urban living steps from the recreation, shops and restaurants of the Glebe and Lansdowne Live. Set back from the street, this stately home is a rare urban retreat and was renovated extensively by Bassi Construction. The home has an all-brick exterior with beautiful stonework on the front steps and an overhang over the front door for welcoming guests in inclement weather.
The main floor is spacious and bright with 9-foot ceilings. A large living/dining room offers French double door access to the retreat-like backyard with patio and pool. The principal rooms have beautiful large glass-panelled French doors. The living room offers a gas fireplace and a lovely view of the streetscape. The kitchen is elegantly finished with rich wood cabinetry and top appliances including a Miele cappuccino maker, Miele vegetable/fish steamer and Miele microwave oven, 48” Sub-Zero fridge/freezer, wine fridge and gas range with double ovens. Bright and warm, the kitchen also offers French door access to the back patio. Also on the main floor are a beautiful family room and powder room.
There are two spacious bedrooms on the second floor, both with elegant moulding, and an additional three on the third. The master bedroom suite has a fireplace, large walk-in closet, 3-piece ensuite bathroom with large glass shower and separate vanity area. The second bedroom has beautiful views of the streetscape and a large closet. There is also a family bathroom with granite counters, free-standing tub and glass shower. The third floor boasts three bedrooms and a renovated full bathroom.
The basement also has fabulous family and entertaining space. Windows let in natural light and there is a bar with counter seating and recreation space. A room with two stone walls functions as a chic wine storage room with seating for tasting.
The wonderful fenced backyard has a flagstone terrace for outdoor seating, and a pool with an exquisite sandblasted limestone surround. There are also two raised patios off the kitchen and dining room which offer areas for dining alfresco and barbecuing.
This bright and spacious home is in a fabulous location. It offers great, turnkey family living in the heart of the Glebe.