Showcasing timeless character enhanced by meticulous contemporary renovations, this expansive c.1952 weatherboard residence delivers an exceptional family lifestyle in a highly sought-after leafy neighbourhood. Positioned on a substantial 692sqm corner block with a prized north-facing orientation, the home boasts a sundrenched alfresco deck, two separate living areas, and a ground floor master bedroom with a luxurious private ensuite. Superbly designed for impressive large-scale entertaining, the residence delivers a coveted family package in a prestigious tree-lined location.
Situated just a short stroll from Blackburn Primary School, Blackburn Clinic, Aunt Billie’s Café and buses, the home is also within easy walking distance of Blackburn Station, Jefferies Provedore, and leafy Cootamundra Walk. Nearby Blackburn Square Shopping Centre offers Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and an array of independent retailers, while Blackburn Lake Sanctuary, Morton Park and the Eastern Freeway are also close by. Zoned for Blackburn High School, nearby trains and buses also provide seamless connection to many of Melbourne’s finest independent schools.
Framed by established landscaped gardens with magnificent crab apple, ornamental pear and weeping cherry trees, the home features polished Tasmanian oak hardwood floors beneath lofty 2.7m ceilings. At the entry, a graceful formal living room offers full-height bookshelves, timber picture rails, and a serene leafy outlook.
A generous open plan layout encompasses separately zoned living and dining spaces, and features an inviting pool table. A full wall of north-facing floor-to-ceiling doors and windows floods the space with abundant natural light, with the roofline designed to maximise sunshine in the winter yet remain cool throughout the summer months.
Timber-framed French doors extend to an immense alfresco deck, seamlessly joining the indoor and outdoor spaces for effortless entertaining. The secure backyard also features a manicured lawn for children and pets, low-maintenance garden borders with magnolia trees and fragrant lavender, a Japanese maple displaying vibrant seasonal colour, and a 1700L electric heated spa with sleek frameless glass fencing.
At the heart of the home, a spacious contemporary kitchen comprises thick stone waterfall benchtops, a wraparound breakfast bar, extensive soft-close cabinetry, quality stainless steel appliances including an Asko dishwasher and a freestanding Smeg electric oven with gas cooktop, and a substantial walk-in pantry with ample additional storage and preparation space.
Positioned on the ground floor, an oversized master suite enjoys a tranquil garden aspect, and features generous built-in wardrobes and a lavish fully-tiled ensuite with a walk-in frameless glass rainfall shower, a twin stone vanity, and an indulgent freestanding soaker bathtub.
The main level also includes a beautiful stone-topped guest powder room, and a renovated stone-topped laundry with excellent storage and direct outdoor access.
On the first floor, three substantial robed bedrooms each offer an enchanting elevated treetop outlook, and are complemented by a contemporary fully-tiled family bathroom with a frameless glass rainfall shower and a twin stone vanity.
Positioned within the garage, a private air-conditioned studio provides outstanding flexibility as a home theatre, creative retreat, music studio or additional living space, and comes complete with a premium inbuilt projector and screen.
Accessed via the Lawson Street frontage, the remote double lock-up garage incorporates a powered and plumbed workshop and rear roller door access to the backyard - currently configured as a single garage, workshop and soundproof studio, the space can be easily returned to full double-garage accommodation if desired.
Benefiting from extensive renovations completed in 2024, the home features a 7.75kW solar system, double glazing on the main level, 5.5 star-rated gas ducted heating, two split system air conditioning units, LED downlights, ceiling fans, ducted vacuuming, FTTP NBN connectivity, gas-assisted solar hot water, superior insulation, and 10,000L of rainwater tanks supplying all toilets, laundry and gardens.
Original hardwood skirting boards and architraves have been meticulously replaced in keeping with the home's character. The bathrooms feature quality messmate cabinetry, ceiling heaters, heated LED mirrors and heated towel rails on timers. The home also offers excellent inbuilt storage with a walk-in storeroom, plus two powered lock-up sheds and a dedicated bin area.
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