Attractive Art Deco flair bursts to life behind the classic façade of this brilliantly extended residence delivering inspired family living backed by incredibly deep, flourishing garden. Superbly maintained and offered for the first time in nearly 30-years, this exceptional solid brick residence c1937 blends original period integrity with perfectly executed renovation and expansion from highly decorated architect Maggie Edmond. Set on a large inner-city allotment with a huge backyard in the Northcote High School zone, this outstanding family residence on a quiet community-minded street opens with richly grained Tasmanian Myrtle floors and authentic Deco detailing leading to 3 great-sized bedrooms including a north-facing main featuring built-in robes and a stylish stone-finished ensuite. Further is a versatile sitting room or study/library with a wall of shelving that offers the elegance and warmth of the era before a central family bathroom including a soaker bath, frameless-glass shower and a heated towel rail. Natural light pours in from all directions illuminating an expansive open-planned family zone overlooking the garden that incorporates a stunning gourmet kitchen integrating AEG/Bosch appliances and a stone-topped breakfast island, a bay-defined dining area and a large living space fitted with an entertainment unit. French doors provide flawless access to an extra-spacious, level and lush rear garden that's sun-drenched, secure and ideal for children and parents alike with its vine-draped entertainment deck, bluestone paving, vegie beds, fruit trees and even a fernery. Additional features include a handy laundry/pantry, heating and cooling, OFP, LED lighting, rainwater tanks and a lock-up shed. Excellent family credentials established over decades make for immediate enjoyment of this 475 sqm (approx.) single-level sanctuary presenting an unrivalled lifestyle opportunity near Merri Creek Primary School, Northcote High and the Deutsche Schule, Sumner Park and nature trails, local cafes, North Fitzroy Village shops, trams and Merri train station.