Flat Acre + Walk to Belgrave Township + Dual Entrances + Circa 1926 History & Character
In Fijian, Loloma speaks to generosity driven by love, and to the deep care people hold for their land, their surroundings and each other. It feels remarkably fitting for this circa-1926 Belgrave landmark, once home to the Loloma Tea Rooms in the roaring 20s and now a wonderfully rambling family residence set across a rare, flat acre. The original Tea Rooms sign still hangs proudly in the dining room, a tangible reminder of the home's past and the many people it has welcomed through its doors.
That history has been beautifully preserved rather than polished away. Original artistry is everywhere, from elaborate floral plaster ceilings and ribboned cornices to pierced bird and foliage vents and jewel-toned leadlight glowing in amber, ruby and turquoise. Sash and louvre windows, polished timber floors and parquetry in the original sunroom lend a richness and individuality that simply cannot be recreated. Rooms reveal themselves gradually, from the charming front lounge with its bay window to the formal dining room and spacious second living zone, while multiple fireplaces bring warmth and atmosphere throughout.
At the centre, the kitchen adds modern practicality without disturbing the home's soul, with an island incorporating a 900mm gas cooktop, 900mm electric oven, dishwasher and a Lopi combustion wood heater. Five bedrooms and two bathrooms are arranged across flexible wings, including a main bedroom with ensuite-style access and a separate three-bedroom zone where two rooms share clever two-way bathroom access. Downstairs, an adaptable laundry/studio and storage area adds even more versatility for creative pursuits, hobbies or the everyday overflow of family life.
Outside, the setting is nothing short of enchanting. French doors open to a covered all-weather deck overlooking century-old oak and elm trees, rambling English-style cottage gardens and a stately palm rising above the greenery. Paved paths wind through the acre, past lush fern gardens to an impressive fenced veggie patch brimming with garlic, strawberries, broad beans, silverbeet, kale, blueberries, beetroot, carrots, rhubarb, broccoli and more, while Monbulk Creek traces the boundary and adds its own quiet rhythm to the landscape. This is the kind of place where childhood unfolds as it should: collecting fresh eggs each morning, picking berries straight from the bush, hands in the dirt and endless afternoons spent exploring outdoors.
The wildlife completes the picture. Rosellas, king parrots, rainbow lorikeets and kookaburras bring colour and song to the garden, while echidnas and wallabies are occasional visitors below. Ducks frequent the creek, and even the odd platypus has been known to make an appearance. Then comes one of the Hills' most iconic moments: the distant whistle of Puffing Billy, followed by the sight of the train winding through the landscape beyond. Pure magic.
You'll Love:
Remarkably flat acre allotment (approx. 4089m2), rare for the Dandenong Ranges
Walking distance to Belgrave township
Circa-1926 residence, formerly the "Loloma Tea Rooms"
Original Loloma Tea Rooms sign still displayed in the dining room
The name Loloma, reflecting generosity, love and connection to place
Five bedrooms, two bathrooms and two generous living zones
Magnificent original leadlight throughout
Sash and louvre windows, ornate ceiling mouldings and ceiling roses
Polished timber floors plus beautiful parquetry in the original sunroom
Three fireplaces including a Lopi combustion wood stove
Character-filled front lounge with bay window
Separate dining room positioned alongside the kitchen
Kitchen island with integrated 900mm gas cooktop, 900mm electric oven and dishwasher
Flexible bedroom wings ideal for larger, extended or multigenerational families
Main bedroom with ensuite-style bathroom access
Three-bedroom wing with clever two-way bathroom arrangement
Versatile downstairs laundry/studio/storage zone
Covered all-weather entertaining deck
Century-old oak and elm trees, large mature ferns and a stately palm tree
Monbulk Creek running along the side boundary
Wildlife including rosellas, king parrots, rainbow lorikeets, kookaburras, echidnas and wallabies
Views and sounds of Puffing Billy travelling through the Hills
Fully fenced vegetable garden and impressive chicken house
Rainwater tank
Ducted heating
Double garage and abundant parking
Circular driveway with two entrances for easy drive-through access
Extensive under-house storage
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