{"id":132018,"date":"2026-06-06T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/geelongtimes\/?p=132018"},"modified":"2026-06-06T04:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T18:00:00","slug":"old-torquay-beautifully-reimagined-1-varydale-ave-torquay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/geelongtimes\/real-estate\/old-torquay-beautifully-reimagined-1-varydale-ave-torquay\/","title":{"rendered":"Old Torquay, beautifully reimagined: 1 Varydale Ave, Torquay"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>STEP inside this beautifully transformed Old Torquay sanctuary, where soaring pitched ceilings, oversized windows and calming natural textures create an immediate sense of space, warmth and ease.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The thoughtfully zoned layout has two separate living areas, including a cosy second lounge centred around an open fireplace, offering flexibility to relax or entertain.<\/p>\n<p>Life spills effortlessly from indoors to the expansive hardwood entertaining deck, half basketball court and enormous private backyard designed for year-round enjoyment.<\/p>\n<p>The light-filled open-plan layout showcases living and dining beneath dramatic cathedral ceilings, where bifold doors, clerestory glazing and a refined coastal palette captures sunshine from every angle.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30038\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/1VarydaleAve2_64260.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The designer kitchen with oversized island bench, gas cooking, integrated storage and soft neutral finishes connects beautifully to the main living zone.<\/p>\n<p>A luxurious fully renovated en suite and bathroom with freestanding bath, terrazzo flooring, brushed brass fixtures and walk-in rainfall shower creates a resort-style feel.<\/p>\n<p>There is also a dedicated study, extensive custom cabinetry, skylights, beautiful laundry, ducted heating and cooling, established landscaping and an expansive level backyard lawn framed by mature gums.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30038\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/1VarydaleAve3_22649.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The triple garage has direct internal access for easy unloading, plus rear roller door access to the backyard and deck with flexibility for future pool installation (STCA).<\/p>\n<p>This is a rare Old Torquay setting on an expansive 808sqm allotment in a tightly held pocket, moments from Fishermans Beach, Taylor Park and Gilbert Street cafes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1 Varydale Ave, Torquay<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Chris Henson 0477 774 271<\/p>\n<p>Shaun O&#8217;Callaghan 0477 881 808<\/p>\n<p><strong>Natural Real Estate<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>GUIDE:<\/strong> $2,450,000\u2013$2,590,000<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>STEP inside this beautifully transformed Old Torquay sanctuary, where soaring pitched ceilings, oversized windows and calming natural textures create an immediate sense of space, warmth and ease. 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