Set well back from the street behind a gorgeous established garden introduction, this impressive character filled home offers a compelling combination of period essence and well proportioned, flexible family spaces. High decorative ceilings, leadlight windows, cornicing, polished timber floors and sash windows punctuate throughout a light filled interior, while a four bedroom plus study layout provides plenty of space for growing families. The lifestyle on offer is unmatched within walking distance of Central Park, Hedgeley Dene and East Malvern village. Living zones are distinctly defined yet flow seamlessly, with a formal sitting room centred around an open fireplace, a dining area with gas fireplace, and an expansive open plan family room. The well equipped kitchen includes comprehensive cabinetry, stone benchtops, European appliances and French doors that open directly to the garden for easy indoor outdoor living and entertaining. Accommodation is thoughtfully zoned, with a primary bedroom featuring extensive built in robes and a luxe ensuite bathroom with a heated floor, while three additional bedrooms include two positioned on the first floor. A fitted study, a spacious laundry, gas heating, split system air conditioning and excellent storage throughout complete the interior, while outside a private deck and terrace create an idyllic setting for entertaining, accompanied by outdoor storage sheds and two off street car spaces behind automatic gates. Perfectly positioned for a lifestyle of convenience, public transport connections and freeway access, zoned to Lloyd Street Primary, with an excellent selection of leading schools nearby, including Korowa, Sacre Coeur and Caulfield Grammar Malvern House.