* Stately presence, 810 sqm, elevated with leafy outlook
* Original and beautifully crafted custom-built features
* Perfect indoor/outdoor entertaining; mature garden, pool
* Much sought after Clayfield location, close to Albion shops, CBD

We are delighted to have the opportunity to present a most prestigious property, 20 Ford Street, Clayfield to the market. This truly amazing tri-level home offers the discerning buyer a remarkable, custom-designed family home with outstanding architectural detail.

Originally built in the early 1900s, 20 Ford Street has been carefully renovated to suit the needs of the 21st century; seamlessly incorporating its traditional charms with the conveniences of modern living.

The Colonial character features of this home include four working fireplaces, stained and leadlight windows, French doors, original light fittings, soaring 12ft ceilings, fretwork, arches and traditional trims, polished floorboards and extensive use of sandstone bricks throughout the garden and wine cellar. The garden has slowly developed over 20 years, anchored by a large Jacaranda and Poinciana in the back yard and includes 2x5000l tanks under the driveway for watering.

The kitchen is central to the home's clever design, with high quality finishes inlcuding a large central table made from recycled antique hoop pine, induction cooktop, a custom built Quasair extraction fan unit, a Miele steam oven, conventional oven and warming drawer, along with a Gaggenau indoor bbq and Gaggenau deep fryer. The open plan layout creates a functional, family-oriented space that serves both the large living room and the formal dining room towards the rear. Beautiful bi-fold doors open out onto an elevated rear veranda, which delivers welcome breezes and a leafy suburban vista, with views towards Mt Coot-tha. The spacious back deck is terrific for summer dining, relaxed weekend living or for over-seeing what's happening down in the stunning rock pool below.

Heading up the timber staircase, which was modelled on a grand staircase from a Gentleman's Club in Napier NZ, you'll find a sumptuous 157sqm parents retreat that features a large walk-in-robe, airy ensuite and a master bedroom with a private lounge area and adjoining tiled veranda. The bottom level is self-contained and includes its own private entrance, the fifth bedroom, separate bathroom and laundry, study and a large media room. There is also access to the secure wine cellar and the undercover carport.