Timeless beauty on a tremendous allotment
Grand and spacious on a bountiful block, this tastefully updated clinker brick stunner is an exceptional opportunity for illustrious Ivanhoe living. A sprawling timber-rich layout presents Art Deco charm with a truly massive north-facing garden; ideal for those seeking an immaculate entry to the idyllic inner north-east.
Beautiful original touches remain, from the gleaming floorboards and timber accents to the decorative ceiling plaster throughout. Double doors open to the relaxed formal lounge with gorgeous ornamental fireplace and delightful built-in reading nook, flowing through to a similarly styled living area ideal for formal dining or an additional lustrous lounge.
The spacious central family area invites effortless meals and entertaining, set amidst exquisite custom cabinetry with an integrated Rinnai gas heater. The generous timber kitchen boasts beautiful granite benchtops, matching stone splashback, stainless steel appliances and serene north-facing garden views for a lush leafy aspect and fantastic natural light.
Spread out into three sumptuous bedrooms with built-in robes to two, plus a sun-soaked fourth bedroom that doubles easily as a formal study. The main bedroom enjoys ensuite access to a stunningly updated two-way bathroom, while the others share an additional sparkling modern bathroom with hidden laundry facilities. Further highlights include a wide linen closet, solar panels to aid with the energy bills, and reverse cycle heating and cooling throughout.
The extensive north-facing backyard is a magnificent haven to relax, play or entertain, with endless space to establish your dream garden, customise the perfect alfresco entertaining space with a pool, or potentially add, extend or subdivide to take full advantage of the scope on offer (Subject to Council Approval). The gated side driveway provides ample off-street parking, with a single lock-up garage at the rear of the home.
Buses at your doorstep offer city transport with approx. 40 minutes to the CBD, or stroll into treasured central Ivanhoe for trendy cafés and restaurants, major supermarkets, or trains to the city via Ivanhoe Station. Walk to local parkland or cycle the lush Darebin Creek Trail, while quality schooling includes Ivanhoe Primary, Mary Immaculate Primary, Ivanhoe Grammar/Girls' Grammar and La Trobe University. Travel easily to Austin/Mercy Hospital, shopping centres, lush parkland trails or golfing on the Yarra, with convenient Eastern Freeway entry for breezy commuting.
