A perfect pairing of original beauty and designer chic, this magnificent five bedroom plus study two-bathroom brick Edwardian is a family showpiece with poolside panache and prime proximity to Central Park. Greeted by the grandeur of 3.6m approx. ceilings, dazzling lead lights, stained hardwood floors and an elegant range of working fireplaces, this timeless treasure reveals a superb entrance with double doors to the majestic lounge, two gorgeous downstairs bedrooms including the main with full height walk in robe and fabulous ensuite featuring in floor heating and heated towel rails, a private study, designer powder room with cylindrical basin and an adaptable laundry/butler’s pantry. All things lead to the north facing open plan entertaining area with its defined living zone warmed by a gas log fireplace and its poolside dining area adjoining the sleek kitchen with its curved island and stainless-steel workspace incorporating the Ilve 900mm approx. stove. Upstairs is a children’s dream, providing a beautiful retreat with Velux opening skylit, three impressive bedrooms with built in robes and a stunning bathroom. The sumptuous solar heated pool takes centre stage in the manicured north facing rear garden with a firepit pocket and pool house pavilion for alfresco living. Family friendly with its wealth of study desks and storage, this sensational home is complemented with plantation shutters, hydronic heating, split system air conditioning, an alarm system, two instant hot water units, double glazing on select windows, garden irrigation and driveway parking for three. In this tightly held no through road, where children still play cricket safely in the street, a stone’s throw to iconic Central Park, Central Park Village cafes, restaurants including Grazia and Riserva, wine bars and the Wattletree Road tram, walk to Sacre Coeur, Korowa Girls’ School and Caulfield Grammar’s Malvern campus, while within easy reach of city access via Glen Iris station and the Monash Freeway.
