On the curve of Park Drive, where European trees give way to the native gardens of Royal Park, this landmark Victorian residence holds a prominent corner position with its distinctive tuckpointed Hawthorn brick façade concealing a flexible double-storey interior rich with character, brimming with natural light and primed if desired for further improvement. Outstanding credentials in the University High School zone enhance a magnificent Parkville opportunity where an extensive layout with up to six generous bedrooms is defined by high heritage ceilings on both levels, polished wooden floorboards, and park-view windows including acoustic laminated glazing. Complemented by hydronic heating and fireplaces throughout, the ground-floor setting is launched by a versatile home office or bedroom, before a central bathroom, a family room and a north-facing living and dining room where a wide bay window takes in leafy Royal Park views. A breakfast bar precedes an updated kitchen that's a functional space for everyday use with its stainless-steel work surfaces, freestanding Smeg stove, Bosch dishwasher and ample storage, while situated just outside for relaxed entertaining under the shade of a gumtree is a private and sunny courtyard garden with Redpath Rise laneway access. Upper-level accommodation introduces another layer of flexibility with 4 bedrooms accompanied by 2 balconies and a modern bathroom. This remarkably roomy corner home is immediately inviting, perfectly adaptable for changing needs, an ideal investment property and offers potential to further update when ready in one of Parkville's most sought-after positions. Directly opposite Royal Park, this superb lifestyle location offers walk-everywhere convenience to schools, the University of Melbourne, Royal Parade trams, Parkville train station and major hospitals, along with quick and easy access to Errol Street cafes, the Queen Victoria Market and the city's shopping and entertainment precincts.
