Displaying breathtaking grandeur and historic significance with ties to Dame Nellie Melba, this illustrious c1887 balconied Victorian residence is set amid magnificent, park-like gardens spanning approximately 1,072 sqm in the coveted St Kilda Hill precinct. A rare and tightly held landmark, this oasis in the city holds dramatic proportions, exquisite period detail and thoughtful contemporary enhancements create an exceptional setting for refined family living and grand-scale entertaining, with further scope to enhance and personalise if desired.
Bathed in natural light and framed by verdant outlooks from every room, a commanding arched hallway with soaring ceilings and Baltic pine floors introduces a series of beautifully proportioned formal and informal living spaces. A gracious sitting room, substantial formal dining room and sun-drenched family meals area all enjoy tranquil garden aspects. Magnificent marble fireplaces, hand-painted ornate ceiling roses and an impressive bay window to the rear underscore the home's timeless elegance and craftsmanship.
At the heart of the residence, the central kitchen is appointed with stone benchtops, quality appliances and a butler's pantry complete with a second stove, seamlessly connecting to the serene and completely private rear garden. Here, multiple terraces, established plantings, expansive lawns and a majestic centuries-old peppercorn tree combine to create a truly magical sanctuary.
A wide mahogany staircase, illuminated by a striking stained-glass window, leads to the upper level where the sumptuous main bedroom features a beautiful bay window and original open fireplace. Four additional king-sized bedrooms include one with balcony access, complemented by a sitting room and two bathrooms, one showcasing refurbished original fittings. Downstairs, a versatile and independently accessed wing comprises a fifth bedroom, home office or bedroom, and a third bathroom ideal for guests, an au pair or a home business.
Held by just three owners over its remarkable 138-year history, this generational offering occupies a distinguished position opposite St Michael's Grammar and moments from Windsor Station, major tram routes, Albert Park Lake and vibrant dining precincts. Additional features include an alarm system, security cameras, wine cellar, hydronic heating, two sheds and a remote double garage.
More than just a beautiful property, this is a home designed for real family living. The expansive, park-like garden offers a rare sense of space and freedom somewhere children can play underneath the magnificent mature peppercorn tree, pets can roam, and everyday life can comfortably spill outdoors.
The established grounds evolve easily as families grow, providing room for teenagers to gather with friends, quiet places to unwind, and long afternoons enjoyed in the fresh air. From casual weekend barbecues to birthday celebrations on the lawn, the home lends itself effortlessly to bringing people together. It's a place that welcomes busy family life and creates the perfect backdrop for years of memories to come.
