A coveted Bickleigh Vale and Billanook precinct location, complements this breathtaking five bedroom plus study Victorian inspired residence. Capturing the essence of timeless charm and family functionality, the home sits resplendent on a magnificent half-acre (approx.) garden allotment in an exclusive cul-de-sac.
Framed by a romantic cottage garden, the home’s weatherboard facade, bay window, wide veranda and stained glass detail to the front door, evoke classic heritage beauty, while expansive living and resort style outdoor entertaining zones, deliver a luxury lifestyle perfectly designed for the modern family.
Decorative plasterwork, ceiling roses and antique style light fittings showcase the home’s craftsmanship, complemented by newly polished floorboards, fresh paintwork and modern enhancements throughout. Offering a warm winter retreat for family or visiting friends, the formal lounge is focused on an open fireplace built from reclaimed brick known as red blues. While breezy summer entertaining can be enjoyed on the wide wraparound veranda opening via French doors from the adjoining formal dining room.
The updated stone topped kitchen impresses with AEG and Fisher & Paykel appliances including pyrolytic oven, induction cooktop, built-in microwave and double dishdrawer dishwasher. Thoughtful design continues with German engineered pull-out storage, and lift-up cupboards, adjoining a bright casual dining and family zone. A third living area downstairs offers the perfect retreat for kids or guests.
All three living areas flow to the outdoors where entertaining and recreation take centre stage. From the decked entertaining area and wraparound veranda to the slate paved solar inground pool with waterfall and slide, basketball practice court and enchanting English style gardens featuring citrus grove, grapevine pergola, veggie boxes, meandering paths, and a back meadow perfect for cricket and play.
Accommodation includes a bay window master suite with walk-in robe and sleek modern ensuite, while a dedicated children’s wing features two robed bedrooms served by modern bathroom with bath and walk in shower and separate toilet, plus a versatile fourth bedroom/craft room or second study. Downstairs a fifth bedroom with adjoining rumpus offers ideal guest or extended family accommodation.
Practical features include ducted heating (two systems), ducted evaporative cooling, plantation shutters throughout (including custom French door shutters), four water tanks, four sheds, double garage with two driveways, gated rear access and off-street parking for multiple vehicles. Exceptional storage includes vast attic space with pull-down ladder and a large, fitted laundry with drying cupboard and downstairs toilet, adding further convenience.
Delivering a superb blend of Victorian era grace and modern family luxury, this wonderful home celebrates both heritage charm and contemporary livability in a truly prestigious location moments from Billanook College, Gray Court Pre-school and Mooroolbark East Primary. Minutes' drive or bus ride to Pembroke and Saint Peter Julian Primary Schools, Edinburgh College and Mount Lilydale College and walking distance to local shops and a little further to Mooroolbark station.
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