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THE PROPERTY
Classic Camberwell Californian Bungalow first time offered for sale in 24 years. Rich in history and transformed through two renovations. Extensions include kitchen, huge laundry, large open living and dining, upstairs main bedroom with parents' retreat, WIR and ensuite and external Studio. Recent changes include extended west side front lounge / sitting room and 2nd bedroom plus a new fully integrated double auto garage. What does this all mean? Your family can move in and enjoy today's modern living while buying quality craftsmanship that has been beautifully maintained by the current family.
This captivating family residence delivers grand proportions, exceptional entertaining and a prized cul-de-sac position surrounded by leafy tranquillity. Set behind a charming white picket fence, the weatherboard façade is framed by lush lawns and landscaped gardens, instantly setting the tone for what lies beyond. Inside, formal living upon entry enjoys a beautiful leafy front-garden outlook, while the home opens dramatically to a vast rear living and dining domain. Here, a fireplace, custom wall-to-wall shelving and a trio of French doors create a show-stopping space flooded with natural light and designed for hosting on any scale.
The huge central kitchen anchors the home with a massive island bench and breakfast bar, 900mm six-burner gas cooktop and electric oven, dishwasher and abundant storage, all overlooking the main living zones. French doors extend the experience outdoors to a fully fenced and private rear sanctuary featuring a massive entertainers' deck and sprawling landscaped garden with hedging, lush lawn, storage sheds and water tanks.
The land holding is massive – 864sqm (which will always underpin the value of your asset in the future). If you have been searching for a family home that offers scope to build your dream swimming pool, this home offers an awesome flat backyard with treed gardens, ideal to make weekends fun and exciting. Talking of the backyard, enjoy the versatility of the full-size studio / retreat, which offers air-conditioning (heating and cooling). This multi-purpose space could be a 5th bedroom/games room/office having timeless dual French doors with direct rear garden access. Upstairs, accommodation is led by a luxurious main suite with vaulted ceilings, extensive walk-in robe storage and a sleek ensuite with double vanity, while three further oversized bedrooms with built-in robes are serviced by a generous family bathroom – conveniently located downstairs.
THE FEATURES
• 1928 Californian Bungalow period charm with white picket fence and large landscaped gardens
• Ideal for families to move in immediately (fully renovated and extended)
• Formal front living plus expansive rear open plan living and dining with fireplace
• Huge modern kitchen with island bench, 900mm six-burner cooktop and ample storage
• Trio of French doors opening to a massive entertainers' deck and private garden
• Full-size, self-contained studio / retreat with air-conditioning and its own veranda
• Luxurious upstairs main suite with vaulted ceiling, WIR and ensuite
• Remote double garage with rear roller-door access, plus large laundry and storage
• Gas ducted heating and evaporative cooling, timber floors, plantation shutters and period detailing
THE LOCATION
Surrounded by green parklands including Lynden Park (Back Creek trail), Highfield Park, this family-focused pocket is prized for lifestyle and education. Zoned for Camberwell High School, Canterbury Girls Secondary College and Hartwell Primary School, with easy access to Camberwell Junction shopping and dining, Union Road and Maling Road village precincts, plus Tram 75 along Toorak Road offering a direct CBD connection. Walking distance to Hartwell or Burwood Train Stations and great cafes along Through Road shopping village.
THE TERMS: 30|45|60 Days
