There are properties in Kew with impressive homes, and others with substantial land. Then, every so often, there is a property with a setting that simply cannot be replicated.
A grand Kew address with a remarkable 843m² allotment overlooking the vines of Studley Park Vineyard and the green banks of the Yarra River. Surrounded by established greenery and with the vineyard immediately beyond, the outlook feels more Yarra Valley than inner Melbourne yet this extraordinary setting is only moments from everything Kew has to offer.
The existing residence is a wonderfully solid 1950s home, constructed in brick with substantial concrete structural elements a reminder of an era when homes were built to endure. Its character is immediately apparent through raked ceilings with timber lining, timber flooring and extensive glazing that defined modern architecture of the 1950s.
The accommodation currently comprises three bedrooms, two living areas and a central bathroom, together with a substantial space beneath the home offering enormous flexibility. It could become an additional bedroom or studio, a large home office, or an exceptionally generous laundry and storage area. A double carport provides convenient off-street parking.
Comfortable and enjoyable today, the home presents an exciting opportunity for a considered renovation that celebrates its authentic mid-century character while introducing contemporary luxury. There is ample scope to extend at the rear, potentially creating an expansive new kitchen, living and dining domain, a luxurious principal master suite, or both.
Beyond the home, the enormous rear garden opens up another world of possibility. Imagine a resort-style infinity-edge swimming pool, positioned to capture the greenery and vineyard beyond perhaps with a little inspiration from the spectacular poolside aesthetic of Jackalope on the Mornington Peninsula.
For those with a grander vision, the combination of 843m² of land, an extraordinary outlook and a prestigious Studley Park setting surrounded by some of Kew's finest homes makes this an exceptional site for a substantial custom-designed new residence.
Alternatively, much of the hard work has already been done for buyers seeking a development opportunity, with approved plans and permits for two luxurious side-by-side residences, each designed with its own swimming pool and outlook towards the vineyard.
Despite its wonderfully secluded atmosphere, the convenience is exceptional. Cross the nearby pedestrian bridge over the Yarra and Victoria Gardens Shopping Centre and the Route 109 tram are only a few hundred metres away. Studley Park's extensive parklands, sporting ovals, nine-hole golf course, café and seemingly endless walking trails are all close at hand, while the Main Yarra Trail provides a remarkable cycling connection into the CBD and beyond towards the Bay.
Highlights include:
Exceptional 843m² allotment
Direct outlook across Studley Park Vineyard and the Yarra River environs
Unique semi-rural atmosphere in the heart of Kew
Character-filled solid brick 1950s residence
Raked timber-lined ceilings and timber floors
Three bedrooms and two living areas
Flexible lower-level studio/home office/storage space
Double carport
Outstanding renovation and extension potential
Exceptional scope for a bespoke new luxury residence
Approved plans and permits for two luxury side-by-side homes with swimming pools
Moments from Studley Park and the Main Yarra Trail
Easy pedestrian access across the Yarra to Victoria Gardens and the Route 109 tram
Renovate the mid-century original. Extend and transform. Create an extraordinary new residence. Or take advantage of the existing approved plans.
Whatever the vision, the setting is the constant 843m² overlooking a vineyard and the Yarra, in one of Melbourne's most prestigious inner-city suburbs.
This is not simply an opportunity to buy land in Kew. It is an opportunity to secure a setting that would be almost impossible to recreate.
