Expressions of Interest Closing Monday 17th August at 12:00noon
Presiding over a prominent, elevated corner in Balwyn's most prestigious address, Banff c.1915 is a rare generational residence of local significance providing six-bedroom plus study accommodation on a grand 1600sqm (approx.) garden parcel with pool, tennis court and sweeping views to the Ranges. One of only a handful of early estates remaining in the area, its gracious original proportions have been expertly designed by acclaimed Neil architecture, creating a smart yet timeless environment that both cocoons and celebrates all stages of family life.
Built over two storeys in an exceedingly rare Swiss Chalet Bungalow style, the home retains the craftsmanship of its era in its striking façade, high decorative ceilings, hardwood floors and a magnificent timber staircase, lending classical elegance to interiors comprehensively renovated for contemporary living and exceptional entertaining. Multiple living areas unfold to a series of private indoor/outdoor entertaining zones nestled within the mature landscaped gardens where the pool, spa and tennis court provide a magnificent backdrop for everything from intimate family gatherings to unforgettable, grand scale celebrations.
A broad central hall introduces a series of beautifully proportioned ground floor rooms including formal living/dining with marble gas fireplace opening to the home's front terrace, and a study/home office equipped with three workstations and storage. An elegant main bedroom featuring a walk-in robe with twin storage and skylit ensuite is accompanied by a generous second bedroom ideal for guests, adult children or in-laws with built-in robes, ensuite, and a sitting area with an open fireplace and access to the garden. Beyond, expansive open-plan family areas are defined by a compelling composition of soaring timber-lined ceilings, polished concrete floors and panoramic windows capturing views across the pool and landscaped gardens. Extensive built-in storage adds everyday practicality, while a broad window seat and gas fireplace create warmth beside an architectural kitchen appointed with stone benchtops, premium Miele and Smeg appliances (induction cooktop, warming drawer), and walk-in pantry. Sliding glass stacker doors dissolve the boundary between indoors and out, extending family areas to a dedicated outdoor dining domain with built-in BBQ, the pool with spa and sun deck, and expansive garden spaces that culminate in the full-size floodlit tennis court.
Upstairs, a spacious landing and family bathroom accompany four bedrooms with built-in robes, one of substantial proportions opening to a deep north facing terrace with panoramic valley views stretching to the Ranges. A larger first floor entertaining terrace provides yet another setting for quiet relaxation or memorable family occasions against the spectacular backdrop.
Further highlights include family laundry, ground floor powder room, cellar with racking and storage, zoned ducted heating/cooling, marble bathroom finishes, extensive built-in storage throughout, designer interior lighting, distinctive garden lighting including superb heritage lamp standards salvaged from Collins Street in Melbourne's CBD, garden shed, water tanks, auto garden irrigation, synthetic grass tennis court, salt chlorinated pool/spa, secure entry and double carport.
In one of Melbourne's most sought after family precincts, enjoy a home of rare period pedigree transformed by an acclaimed contemporary architect in a prime position. Walk to Whitehorse Road trams, buses, Beckett Park, Maranoa Gardens and Mont Albert Primary, with Balwyn East Village, Balwyn and Box Hill shopping and dining, Koonung Secondary College, prestigious private schools and the Eastern Freeway all just minutes away.
