This is Melbourne warehouse living at its most refined a stunning two-level residence, offering the extraordinary flexibility of approved dual commercial and residential use. Hidden within an enclosed private courtyard accessed via Victoria Avenue, this urban sanctuary delivers unexpected tranquillity in the heart of Cremorne, cocooned in the quiet middle of the block away from street noise. Bathed in natural light through original steel-frame windows, the residence celebrates its industrial heritage with soaring ceilings, exposed steel trusses, and vast open spaces that create an immediate sense of occasion. The upper level reveals an expansive living and dining zone flowing seamlessly around a gourmet stone-topped island kitchen equipped with a 900mm Smeg cooker and Bosch dishwasher, while the master suite beyond a striking barn door features its own ensuite and doubles brilliantly as a private home office when needed. Polished timber floors with feature oak elements add rich warmth throughout. The brilliantly versatile ground floor currently configured as a light-filled activity space with bedroom, bathroom, and laundry presents endless possibilities transform it into a creative studio, establish your business headquarters, or expand your living zones.
Your private courtyard urban oasis provides secure parking plus additional outdoor entertaining space, creating a rare sense of breathing room in inner Melbourne. In a suburb where parking is gold, this property delivers an astounding three car spaces your private courtyard accommodates two vehicles, plus an additional undercover space in the secure garage complex, while still maintaining outdoor entertaining areas within your urban oasis. Adding exceptional value to an already unique offering, the sale includes professionally prepared plans by acclaimed Breathe Architecture for a sophisticated extension (STDA), presenting the rare opportunity to expand and customize this remarkable space to your exact specifications.
The location places you at the epicenter of Melbourne's most dynamic lifestyle precinct cult favourite Baker Bleu just down the street for your morning pastries, the local IGA around the corner on Cremorne Street for daily essentials, Swan Street's celebrated dining scene, Church Street's boutique shopping, Chapel Street's endless entertainment, and Richmond Station's direct city access all within easy reach. The Yarra Trail, Tan Track, Melbourne Park, and MCG sit within walking distance, yet you'll return home to remarkable peace and privacy.
Warehouse conversions with residential permits are increasingly rare in Melbourne. Those offering commercial flexibility are virtually impossible to find. This property delivers both, plus architectural expansion plans, in one of the city's most sought-after postcodes. For owner-occupiers seeking something extraordinary, investors recognizing a unique asset, or entrepreneurs requiring the ultimate live/work solution, this represents an opportunity that simply won't be repeated.
