As Melbourne’s most iconic beachside destination for almost 200 years, St Kilda has made an indelible contribution to the city’s cultural, architectural and lifestyle identity. Nestled amidst some of its earliest architecture on prized St Kilda Hill, Carnong Courts perfectly encapsulates its evolution. Converted from c.1858 terrace homes to an enchanting group of 1920s maisonettes as St Kilda embraced the radical fashion of apartment living, its charming collection of boutique homes are highly prized, tightly held and largely owner occupied, not just for their rich period character but for their outstanding size and prime central position just a short stroll from every St Kilda attraction.
Taking pride of place on the top floor, an inspired designer renovation has transformed this charming three-bedroom apartment into a sublime seaside residence providing 173sqm of lock-up-and-leave accommodation. By retaining its early character in high ceilings, hardwood floors and a largely original layout, impeccably renovated interiors provide a home of style, space and effortless sophistication that is oh so St Kilda. Panel heating provides added comfort throughout.
Facing north behind its private second floor landing, a wide central hall links a superb sunroom, a generous living/dining room with feature gas fireplace and two substantial bedrooms, one with BIRs, gas heater and a northern retreat, the other with extensive BIRs/storage/ dressing and a spacious adjoining home office/third bedroom with its own entry. Serving these areas, a magnificent skylit kitchen is distinguished by its house like size with moody green cabinetry hosting a smeg oven, Bosch induction cooktop, integrated dishwasher and extensive storage with ample room for dining. Finally, a beautiful luxury bathroom provides a bath, independent shower, ample storage, heated floors and towel rails, and a separate powder room.
Nestled above Robe Street’s landmark leafy streetscape, the premium quality and attention to detail of this divine designer home basks in northern sunshine, abundant natural light and private bird's-eye views that stretch as far as the Palais, Luna Park and the Bay. Set in significant communal gardens with mature trees, manicured lawned areas and shed storage, this rare residence enjoys a second rear entry and a lock-up garage with power and lighting via a rear ROW.
What better way to enrich your St Kilda lifestyle experience than with a home that forms part of its rich architectural history with famous amenities at the doorstep. Walk to the beach, St Kilda Pier and the Baths, Luna Park, The Palais and multi-awarded foreshore restaurants, with the bars of Fitzroy Street, Acland Street’s shops, cafes and eateries, the famous Espy, foreshore promenade, trams and light rail links all within a short stroll, and the CBD, MCG and major arterial links all within minutes.
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