Captivating with its wisteria-draped double-fronted facade and wild garden beauty, Carmena c1900 delivers the street appeal, interior wow-factor and lifestyle draw that most envy. Positioned within metres of Victoria Avenue and the bay, its delightful, sun-drenched renovation respects period originality, while opening the rear to sky and sun with vaulted ceilings, luxe materials and a layout that carries through to a private brick-paved courtyard.
From the slate roof and stained glass to Baltic pine underfoot, there's an undeniable charm once inside. Set over a single level, a traditional arched central hall advances past four bedrooms, each with an open fireplace, including three with built-in robes. The fourth adjoins a light-court and aligns with the needs of an additional sitting room, whilst two luxurious bathrooms feature premium fit-outs befitting modern-day trends, with real terrazzo and natural stone finishes.
Fire-side living and dining areas sit beneath the incredible vaulted ceilings, with clerestory windows drawing daylight across Jade marble surfaces, exposed brick and bronze hardware. The kitchen pairs a Smeg 900mm freestanding gas stove with a semi-integrated Fisher & Paykel fridge/freezer and an integrated Bosch dishwasher, supporting entertainment needs with French doors extending to two courtyards, each embraced in exquisite cottage gardens.
Further appointments include engineered oak through the living zone, Daikin ducted heating and cooling, split system AC, wide side access and pedestrian right-of-way. Private, peaceful and suited to day-to-day life in a prized pocket, the address places Albert Park Primary and Albert Park College within walking distance, with MSAC, the lake and South Melbourne Market nearby, plus cafés, boutiques and wine bars along Bridport Street and Victoria Avenue a few blocks away.
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