Experience a new benchmark in environmentally conscious living and architectural design in the heart of North Carlton's Nicholson village. Renovated to exacting standards of energy efficiency using premium materials, this unassuming home masterfully combines its original period details with the dramatic features of the modern extension to create an atmosphere of understated style and luxurious comfort. Showcasing quality craftsmanship, custom joinery, and a slew of energy efficient improvements, this exceptional property is future-proof and ready for its next occupiers. In a coveted, family-friendly pocket, enjoy unrivalled lifestyle appeal with easy access to transport, parklands, and the best local fare that Nicholson village has to offer.
- Open plan living and dining area with double height northern aspect sliding doors to provide passive heating in winter and generous natural ventilation highlights the original brick fireplace and chimney. Integrated entertainment joinery is accented by the exposed ceiling joists, recycled Victorian brickwork, overhead void, and abundant, natural light that pours in through the glass doors of both courtyards.
- East-facing rear courtyard boasts Blackbutt timber decking for alfresco entertaining, storage/workshop, and ROW access via rear laneway.
- The completely custom kitchen enjoys bespoke two-tone cabinetry, and premium Bosch appliances including integrated dishwasher and oven.
- Four generous bedrooms comprise two with original fireplaces on the ground floor, and two upstairs under the showstopping, curved blackbutt ceiling.
- The luxurious primary suite comes complete with walk-through robe, private balcony, and impressive ensuite of full-height tiling, large walk-in shower under skylight, and floating timber vanity with storage.
- Remaining bedrooms are serviced by the central, family bathroom, featuring shower-over-bath, floating timber vanity, laundry provisions, and access to north-facing courtyard which also serves as handy clothes drying area.
- Premium inclusions comprise of a ground floor powder room, dedicated study space, custom interior joinery by Woodbeast, polished concrete and hardwood timber flooring, and attic storage.
- Energy saving measures include exposed brick and concrete to provide thermal mass, efficient hydronic and insulated in-slab heating, high performance timber framed windows and door systems, north facing roof top solar panels, triple glazing throughout the glazed gable windows, and rainwater storage for grey water use.
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- This excellent location is seconds from Park Street green spaces, cafe and playground, one block from vibrant Nicholson Street eateries and city-bound tram, and walking distance from Lygon Street and Princes Park and Edinburgh Gardens.
- Zoned for Brunswick South Primary School and Fitzroy High School.
