The delightful Melbourne home owned by Logie-nominated comedian and TV personality Shane Bourne sold for between $2.3million and $2.4million last week.
The three-bedroom cottage in Albert Park sold to a ‘couple who are downsizing from the eastern suburbs,’ Greg Hocking of Jellis Craig Port Phillip told realestate.com.au.
Located close to the beach, Port Melbourne and Albert Park Village, the Victorian single-frontage house underwent a complete renovation a decade ago.
Going, going, gone! The delightful Melbourne home owned by comedian and TV personality Shane Bourne sold for between $2.3million and $2.4million last week
The property, which started off as a two-bedroom weatherboard, was transformed by architects into an airy, light-filled and cosy two-level modern home.
Keeping the modest frontage and ornamental archway to maintain the original character, the new design now boasts an impressive master bedroom.
There is also a large bathroom with double vanity and oversized tub on the ground floor, plus a ‘European’ laundry and linen closet.
Claim to fame: The Logie-nominated actor (pictured) is best known for appearing on Thank God You’re Here and Hey Hey It’s Saturday
Estimates: The three-bedroom cottage in Albert Park sold to a ‘couple who are downsizing from the eastern suburbs,’ estate agent Greg Hocking said. (Pictured: the spacious living area)
Modern: The stairs leading to the second level are seen on the left, next to the modern kitchen
There is a second bathroom upstairs, next to a rear main bedroom that comes with a private balcony.
A skylight was installed on the upper level, and glass doors replaced the old walls downstairs.
Features include a large living area and courtyard, as well as a kitchen fitted with timber benchtops and upscale appliances.
Well designed: The home’s rooftop terrace (pictured) is perfect for entertaining
Dining splendour: The downstairs outdoor patio and living area at the rear is seen here
An upstairs terrace, perfect for entertaining, offers grand views of Melbourne and the leafy surrounds.
Bourne, 72, a veteran of Australian media for more than 40 years, is best known for appearing on Thank God You’re Here and Hey Hey It’s Saturday.
He replaced Daniel MacPherson as co-host of Dancing with the Stars in 2015.
TV star: Shane Bourne is seen on the red carpet in 2015 for the premiere of The Dressmaker
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