DUILT in 2000 this four-bedroom home in Zenobia Street, Palmyra, has the easy, relaxed air of a well-loved family home, with plenty of space to share, or to be alone.

The subdivided 705sqm property is accessed down a wide drive, with plenty of turning and parking fronting the spacious garage.

Massive double glossy-black and lead light doors open onto a huge entry, from which lovely golden Tasmanian Oak flows to the rest of the abode, including the nearby sunken formal lounge.

The huge kitchen, with its sweep of granite bench tops is clearly the heart of the house and black and gold seems to be the theme, with black granite contrasting perfectly with the golden timber of the mass of drawers and cupboards, including a huge pantry.

Whether a formal dinner party in the nearby sunken dining room, informal family meals just off the kitchen, or alfresco dining for large or small gatherings, preparation would be a breeze in this kitchen, especially with a huge 900ml Nobel oven/stove. And the near-new Bosch dishwasher makes cleaning up easy too.

The alfresco area with its golden timber ceiling is a generous space, overlooking the lap pool in the sheltered paved garden, with its raised beds. Kick back under the patio, or recline in the cabana.

A wrought-iron staircase worthy of Gone With the Wind sweeps to the second level, where you’ll find the parents’ wing, with its huge bedroom, walk-in robe and semi-open ensuite. This romantic area has double vanities and a spa, and from the large balcony you can see the city skyline.

The remaining three bedrooms are on this level, each double, one with city views.

This well-located home is close to schools, shops and cafes, including a couple in walking distance. Or wander down to the Sunday farmers market at the nearby Palmyra primary school.

by JENNY D’ANGER

4B Zenobia Street, Palmyra
$995,000–$1.050mil
Xavier Teague 0417 978 812
Acton 9319 3022