Former residence of notable local architect James Durran, this magnificent heritage property has been fastidiously renovated and extended to artfully combine a rich history with a long list of modern luxuries.
Superbly positioned on a huge 841sqm block, "Galashiels" circa 1890, is found in an area originally known as "Little Scotland" only a short stroll from Pakington Street's cosmopolitan shopping strip and within easy reach of the CBD, station, Geelong's sparkling Waterfront and the ring road.
An impressive entryway reveals the true scale of the gracious Victorian-era home with soaring 3.6m ceilings, ornate arch, polished floorboards, superior lead-lighting and generously proportioned living spaces.
Leading off the central hallway is an elegant formal lounge-room with unique leadlight windows that can be opened to reveal a magnificent view across the city skyline to the You Yangs, here you will find gorgeous window-seats and detailed timber fretwork along with the home's original fireplace manufactured in Scotland.
Across the hall, the peaceful front master bedroom features a huge bay window with built-in storage and original fireplace. An edgy but timeless ensuite features an oversized shower while the meticulously-crafted walk-in wardrobe is finished to a similarly exceptional standard.
The two remaining bedrooms, both with BIRs and one with original fireplace, share a super-sleek bathroom with separate WC, boasting Italian porcelain tiles, a Victoria and Albert bath and Caesarstone vanity.
At the heart of the home you will find the contemporary open-plan kitchen, dining and living room with sliding doors creating a seamless connection to the extensive outdoor entertaining area where the showpiece MagnaSalt solar-heated, self-cleaning pool takes centre stage.
Outside you will also find the gym with full ensuite and reverse cycle heating and cooling with the option to use this space as a home office, studio, extra bedroom or entertainment zone.
The immaculate and timeless kitchen includes a huge island bench made from a single piece of Silestone and a long list of state-of-the-art appliances including a Miele dishwasher, a 1500mm freestanding Smeg oven, built-in Smeg microwave/convection oven, Miele dishwasher, a concealed pantry with built-in wine fridge, integrated fridge drawer and the finest fittings and fixtures.
Wanting for nothing, other highlights include a large study with built-in desks and extensive shelving that can easily be converted to a fourth bedroom, full laundry, 6.3kw solar system, reverse cycle heating and cooling, two-car remote garage with server cabinet and rear-lane access, Cat 5 network cabling to most rooms, in-ceiling speakers, outdoor speakers, IP-based security cameras, automated blinds, video doorbell, media cupboard, fully-landscaped gardens with garden lighting and gas-heated hydronic heating.
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