Secluded within an idyllic leafy cul-de-sac, this exquisite character weatherboard showcases elegant period features enhanced by tasteful contemporary renovations. Offering exceptional tranquillity and abundant space for growing families, the residence presents a rare lifestyle haven close to an array of quality local and independent schools.
Commanding a substantial 1,154sqm allotment, the home is privately positioned behind a long private driveway with secure remote gated access. Set just a stroll from Yarra Road Primary School and buses, the home is also moments from Candlebark Reserve, Yarrunga Reserve, Hochkins Ridge Flora Reserve and McAdam Square Shopping Centre. Set a short six-minute drive from Yarra Valley Grammar, Luther College and Good Shepherd Primary School, the location is also in close reach of Croydon Station and Chirnside Park Shopping Centre.
Impeccably presented throughout with elegant ornamental chair rails and graceful arched doorways, the home features polished spotted gum hardwood flooring beneath lofty 10-foot ceilings with ornamental cornices and plaster mouldings.
Framed by established landscaped gardens with a charming wraparound verandah and beautiful leadlight front door, the residence welcomes guests into an inviting formal living room centred around a cosy open fireplace with a gleaming hardwood mantel.
At the rear, a spacious separate family room features a classic Jindera wood heater, with a box bay window overlooking an ornamental Japanese cherry tree for magnificent seasonal colour. A large separate dining space extends through French doors to the backyard, creating a relaxed indoor-outdoor layout.
The low-maintenance backyard features a sprawling sundrenched lawn, a solar-heated self-cleaning saltwater swimming pool with a crazy-paved deck, and an undercover poolside terrace with an inbuilt barbecue, perfectly laid out for effortless alfresco entertaining.
At the heart of the home, a showpiece entertainers’ kitchen comprises thick stone benchtops, an island breakfast bar, extensive storage with a walk-in pantry and concealed appliance cabinet, an Asko dishwasher, and a 900mm Smeg black enamel freestanding electric oven with a 900mm gas cooktop and charming hearth-style rangehood.
The oversized master suite features a charming box bay window, a walk-in wardrobe and a pristine ensuite with a thick granite vanity. Three large additional robed bedrooms are complemented by an elegant central bathroom with a stone vanity, frameless glass shower, freestanding clawfoot bathtub and convenient separate toilet.
A light-filled home office flows directly to the verandah and surrounding gardens, creating an inviting space for working from home, with further flexibility for use as a children’s playroom or library.
Featuring ducted refrigerated air conditioning and heating, additional evaporative cooling, classic sash windows, roller blinds with privacy sheers, LED downlights, a spacious laundry with excellent storage, and secure video intercom access to the property, the home combines timeless character with modern comfort.
A remote double lock-up garage incorporates a substantial powered workshop and toilet, while the property also offers ample additional off-street parking, with a side area ideal for storing a boat, caravan or trailer.
Disclaimer: The information contained herein has been supplied to us and is to be used as a guide only. No information in this report is to be relied on for financial or legal purposes. Although every care has been taken in the preparation of the above information, we stress that particulars herein are for information only and do not constitute representation by the Owners or Agent.
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