Luxuriously finished and meticulously restored to the finest detail, this enchanting family sanctuary delivers timeless elegance in a picturesque, tree-lined Ivanhoe setting. Positioned on an immaculate garden block, the home offers an idyllic lifestyle opportunity just moments from prestigious schools, parkland and convenient city transport.
American Oak parquetry flooring welcomes you to the main level, immediately setting a tone of warmth and refinement. Exquisite decorative ceilings crown the formal living room, complete with an electric fireplace, while the adjoining family room offers a relaxed and inviting space to unwind. A bespoke wine rack tucked beneath the staircase provides a subtle introduction to the home’s luxurious design, leading through to the elegant dining area and a truly spectacular kitchen. Premium Australian steel double-glazed windows frame the space, while the kitchen itself will impress even the most discerning home chef with Siemens appliances including a compact oven with warming drawer and pyrolytic oven, an 80cm induction cooktop, ASKO integrated dishwasher, pristine 2Pac cabinetry, durable porcelain benchtops and a beautifully appointed butler’s pantry.
The ground floor also features a charming central study, a guest powder room and a fully equipped laundry. The spacious master suite offers a walk-in robe, private ensuite and an addition The ground floor also features a charming central study, a guest powder room and a fully equipped laundry. The spacious master suite offers a walk-in robe, private ensuite and an additional versatile side room ideal as a reading nook, home office or quiet retreat.
Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms include built-in robes, with one enjoying its own ensuite. A stylish family bathroom services the remaining rooms, while a reinforced roof space provides flexibility as a children’s playroom, teenage retreat or additional storage area. Each bathroom showcases impeccable craftsmanship with Villeroy & Boch fixtures and tapware, fully frameless showers, heated towel rails and robust WEDI waterproof lining for long-term durability.
Outdoor entertaining is effortless on the expansive alfresco deck that wraps around the rear of the home, surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking a sparkling in-ground swimming pool heated by a Quantum heat pump. The beautifully restored gardens are designed for low-maintenance living, complete with a full irrigation system, newly replaced pool tiles and renewed decking designed to age gracefully.
The home’s comprehensive restoration includes updated plumbing, wiring, insulation, stumping and underfloor insulation. Additional features include ducted inverter heating and cooling with three-zone app control, electric indoor blinds throughout, a 6.4kW solar system with upgradeable inverter, and a 2000L water tank connected to the toilets and irrigation. Parking is provided via a front carport and a secure single garage with a dedicated circuit ready for EV charging installation.
Set within a peaceful pocket surrounded by natural beauty, the home is close to the sporting fields and walking trails of Chelsworth Park, the native bushland of the Darebin Parklands and scenic cycling routes. A convenient rear laneway provides an easy stroll to Ivanhoe’s vibrant cafés, restaurants and supermarkets. Families will appreciate the proximity to renowned public and private schools including Ivanhoe Primary School, Ivanhoe Grammar School, Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School, Mary Immaculate Primary School and St Bernadette’s Primary School. Ivanhoe Station is within walking distance for easy city access, with nearby bus routes connecting to additional leading schools such as Kew High School, MLC and Carey Grammar. Also nearby are excellent medical facilities, La Trobe University, major shopping centres, Yarra River golf courses and easy entry to the Eastern Freeway.
