Magnificent 'Montrose' with its grand profile and proportions is an extra-wide icon with rear Jageurs Lane access in a prestigious South Parkville setting. One of the most impressive properties in the heart of the village, 'Montrose' c1875 sympathetically merges illustrious heritage character and inspiring modern enhancement for an outstanding, city-edge family lifestyle by Melbourne University and Royal Park. Elevated behind beautiful garden on a marvellous street, this expansive balcony terrace with ornate high ceilings, marble open fireplaces and hand-painted stained glass windows is launched by a wide arched hallway leading to large separate sitting and living/dining rooms. Central is a stunning gourmet kitchen with European appliances, integrated Liebherr fridge/freezer and marble/timber benchtops that flows to a TV room room and a lantern-ceiling reading room where dual double-glazed doors open to a water-feature terrace and private courtyard garden. Further is a separate toilet and a laundry while at the rear is a remote-control carport with ample loft storage. Flexible accommodation upstairs enhanced by sweeping views including the city skyline feature 3 spacious bedrooms with built-in robes (huge front bedroom opening to the balcony; oversized second with a stylish ensuite), a study or 4th bedroom and a chic streamlined bathroom. Additional attributes include enhanced streetscape with underground power/utilities, hydronic heating, split-system air-conditioning, 15A power to garage, polished floorboards and plantation shutters. 'Montrose' presents a once in a lifetime blue-ribbon opportunity in the University High School zone near extensive parklands, trams, hospitals precinct, Queen Victoria Market, cafes and the CBD's endless range of restaurant and shopping options.