Set quietly among expansive, beautifully tended gardens, this light-filled residence on approximately 3,339sqm offers a calming sense of space, character and long-term versatility-complete with exciting future potential (STCA). Its tightly held position within the Monastery Ridge pocket places you walking distance to bus services, Ainslie Park with adjoining Ainslie Parklands Primary School and Melba College, and just a short commute to Croydon's Main Street shops, eateries and train station. Everyday convenience continues with swift access to Croydon Central shopping centre, Burnt Bridge shopping precinct, Maroondah Hospital, Eastland, Eastlink, open green reserves and sporting spaces, as well as Yarra Valley & Tintern Grammar.
- Behind a remote controlled security gate, the home is introduced by an inviting front porch and warm interiors featuring hardwood floors, high ceilings, decorative cornices and picture rails
- Double doors reveal a welcoming front living room where picture windows frame tranquil outlooks across the gardens
- Downstairs accommodation is privately positioned off the hallway and includes three robed bedrooms, one with an ensuite, plus a central bathroom with a separate bath and shower
- The dining/family zone creates a natural gathering point at the heart of the home and is overseen by a spacious and well-appointed kitchen with Caesarstone benchtops, central island, abundant storage, Bosch dishwasher, and electric cooktop and oven-designed for easy family meals and effortless entertaining
- Glass doors with retractable flyscreens extend the space to a covered Merbau alfresco deck with café blinds for all-weather enjoyment
- An impressive rumpus/family room enhances flexibility with parquetry floors, timber wall panelling, wall-length cabinetry, a Masport wood heater, an adjoining storage room and direct alfresco access-ideal for hosting, hobbies or multi-generational needs
- A full-size laundry with ample bench and cupboard space, plus a dedicated home office/study, complete the lower level
- Upstairs, a spacious central retreat introduces three additional bedrooms, including one with a walk-through robe and an ensuite with dual access. The living zone opens to a balcony capturing sweeping views across the gardens and treetops
- Outside, triple shed storage includes parking for two vehicles, with the third bay configured as a workshop with benches and adjoining storage
- The fully-fenced grounds create a private sanctuary with manicured lawns, mature natives, fruit trees (plum, lemon, mandarin, apricot, fig, cherry, pear, apple), red/black currants, water tanks and two separate entry points
- Further comfort and efficiency is assured with modern upgrades including 15 solar panels, comprehensive security system with alarm and cameras and sensor lighting to the house and sheds, remote external blinds to west-facing bedrooms and living zones, double-glazed tilt-and-turn windows throughout, plus split systems to all bedrooms and living areas
