The elusive dream of living in Northcote is not only possible, it's well and truly alive with this freestanding, 2 bedroom Victorian in a tightly-held pocket just a short stroll to High Street's fabulous Westgarth Village and Merri Creek parkland and nature trails. A picturesque profile of classic beauty with its picket fence, leafy garden and block-fronted façade offers a captivating introduction to a delightful single-story interior that's redefined for outstanding modern living paired with a north-facing rear courtyard featuring a timber deck and lane ROW for car access. A traditional front layout with an inviting entrance hallway and 2 generous bedrooms including open fireplaces and built-in robes, leads to a superbly-designed modern extension tailored for light-filled comfort and functionality. A central light court creates a brilliant focal point for a smart sitting room, a stylish bathroom including a traditional clawfoot bath beside a shower and a full laundry, before a spacious rear open-plan zone overlooking the sunlit rear garden. An immaculate 3-sided kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, stone countertops and a breakfast bench seamlessly extends to air-conditioned dining and living spaces where bifold doors open wide to the garden-edged seclusion of an entertainment deck complete with a water feature and a parking space with a roller door. Other attributes featured include ducted heating, attic-ladder roof storage and a garden shed. Northcote High School zoned, this impressive residence in a low-maintenance setting offers potential if desired to further improve and expand (STCA) adding significant value only moments to cafes, restaurants, bars, shopping, cinema, trams, Merri train station, local schools, expansive parkland and a network of tranquil walking/cycling trails.
