Built in 1909 by local engineer John Raven Fisher, Colbinabbin is an Edwardian Queen Anne residence of extraordinary scale, privacy and ornate beauty, a generational offering where a modernist architectural revival by Edgard Pirrotta enriches original period grandeur across 855sqm (approx) of established gardens. Long held by one family for over 40 years, its landmark presence carries quiet mystique, with dual frontages to McGregor Street and Canterbury Place, secure parking and generous potential for future architectural expression (STCA).
A grand circular hall, crowned by arches, delivers an extraordinary arrival, opening to soaring ceilings, elaborate details, and lead light-glass, heightening its rare architectural flourish. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms are situated within the hallways, each offering a lush garden outlook, including the main suite with a walk-in robe, en-suite, and private rear access. Formal living and dining rooms capture the unique detail with open fireplaces and Art Nouveau leadlighting, while the rear addition by acclaimed modernist architect Edgard Pirrotta of Morris & Pirrotta opens to a light-filled, contemporary living space. Here, a timber-lined kitchen with new Asko ovens serves generous open-plan spaces where a wood-burning fireplace and oversized glazing draw in the surrounding greenery and abundant birdlife. Paved terraces and verdant gardens surround the rear, providing room for a future pool and garage (STCA), as well as tranquil areas for large-scale entertaining and al fresco dining. The site already provides off-street parking for two vehicles via a rear right-of-way and includes an external storeroom with a WC.
Set within prized reach of the light rail, village cafés and the No. 12 tram, zoned for Albert Park College and Middle Park Primary, and just a short walk to MSAC and the beach, it also features ducted heating, split system air conditioning, an expansive laundry and flourishing fruit trees. Instantly liveable, the home holds exceptional scope to enhance further or extend and fully realise its unparalleled potential (STCA).
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