Elevated above a leafy streetscape of grand homes, this contemporary residence pairs striking architecture with relaxed, generous family living. Natural stone, warm timber and expanses of black-framed glass set the tone from the street, and the sense of arrival only builds once you step inside.
Double timber doors open to a dramatic entrance, where a floating timber staircase rises beneath a sculptural pendant and herringbone timber floors lead the way. A formal lounge with a sleek fireplace offers a quiet place to unwind, while a dedicated study framed by plantation shutters makes working from home a pleasure.
At the heart of the home, the open-plan family living area soars to a double-height void, with two storeys of glazing drawing light deep into the space. Wide-board timber floors flow through to the dining zone, and black-framed sliders open straight onto the alfresco. The kitchen is made for cooking and entertaining in equal measure: stone benchtops, a generous island with breakfast seating, gas cooktop and seamless handleless cabinetry. Behind the scenes, a fully equipped butler’s pantry with a second cooktop, dishwasher and sink keeps the everyday mess out of sight and connects through to a well-appointed laundry.
A ground-floor bedroom opening directly to the garden is ideal for guests or extended family, and a stylish powder room serves the living areas.
Upstairs, a second living room overlooks the void, joined by a sun-filled playroom wrapped in windows – perfect for kids, hobbies or a second home office. The main suite is a true parents’ retreat, with room for a sitting area, a walk-in robe, a private balcony with a natural stone feature wall and leafy outlook, and an ensuite with freestanding bath, twin vanities and walk-in shower. A second bedroom has its own ensuite and walk-in robe, another frames treetop views through a broad picture window, and a family bathroom with freestanding bath and walk-in shower serves the upper level. Every bathroom is finished to the same high standard, with floor-to-ceiling tiling, stone vanities and matte-black tapware.
Outside, the rear garden has been designed for year-round entertaining. A covered alfresco with ceiling fan and outdoor heater steps down to tiered decking with inset lighting, sculptural garden beds and a level lawn, while a fire pit with built-in bench seating sets the scene for cooler evenings.
Positioned in the sought-after Balwyn High School zone, the home is a short walk to Balwyn High and Balwyn North Primary, with Camberwell Grammar, Fintona and Genazzano FCJ all close by. Whitehorse Road shops and cafés, the Palace Balwyn cinema, parks and public transport are moments away.
Features at a glance:
• Elevated position with manicured hedging, slatted front fence and lit entry steps
• Floating timber staircase and double-height void with feature lighting
• Herringbone and wide-board timber floors
• Formal lounge with fireplace, plus separate study
• Open-plan family, kitchen and dining with double-height glazing
• Stone kitchen with island, and butler’s pantry with second cooktop
• Upstairs living room plus sunroom/playroom
• Main suite with balcony, walk-in robe and luxe ensuite
• Second bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe
• Ground-floor bedroom with garden access
• Powder room and separate laundry
• Plantation shutters and full-height sheer curtains
• Ducted heating and cooling
• Solar panels and security cameras
• Covered alfresco, tiered composite decking and fire pit
• Double garage and garden shed
