'Ubberholme' c1886, a magnificent Italianate Victorian home set deeply within vast landscaped grounds, is one of Camberwell's most iconic family homes. Commanding pride of place within the prestigious Prospect Hill Estate, this residence of distinction positioned on a secluded north-facing rear allotment of 1,741sqm (approx.) has been painstakingly restored and updated to showcase remarkable grandeur, opulence and exceptional quality for a contemporary family lifestyle of consummate excellence.
A secret adjoining north-rear parcel of land, currently a children's play-ground, adds an extraordinary dimension with scope to build a secondary residence (STCA) or basketball court, to complement the unique standing of this landmark residence. 'Ubberholme' is immediately impressive with its imposing balconied façade revealing a richly-adorned interior of outstanding proportions overlooking low maintenance landscaped garden surroundings designed for elegant alfresco entertaining. There is also ample off street parking (2 car carport and 6 additional car spaces) for potential home business operations (STCA).
An extensive layout features exquisite hallway with polished timber dado and sweeping staircase, four large bedrooms (BIRs; main includes ensuite), executive home office, music room or study, ornate formal sitting room, grand formal dining room, substantial informal family living and dining zone opening to patio, huge marble kitchen with Bosch and Siemens appliances, three bathrooms, studio/ gym, laundry, ducted heating/cooling, polished European Oak parquet, marble gas fireplaces, lavish heritage ceilings (4.3m), stunning stained glass window, sun-drenched alfresco terrace, and lock-up storage.
This spectacular family home is enviably located in proximity to elite public and private schools, zoned for Camberwell Primary School and Camberwell High School, nearby Canterbury Girls', Camberwell Grammar, Strathcona, Siena College, Read Gardens, Camberwell Junction shopping and restaurants, Rivoli cinemas.
This privileged position is an easy walk to Camberwell, East Camberwell and Riversdale train stations, a stroll to trams 70, 72, and 75, buses 285 and 612, and just a short drive to the Monash Freeway and CBD access.
