Residing in the leafy heart of Blackburn's prized Bellbird pocket, this exquisite c.1925 A.J. Elmore residence showcases magnificent Arts and Crafts design enhanced by meticulous contemporary renovations. Nestled amidst lush landscaped gardens on an expansive 996sqm block with a sundrenched north-facing rear, the home features a generous zoned floorplan with abundant space for growing families.
Guests are welcomed into a spacious formal living room with elegant hardwood board-and-batten walls and ceilings, an ornamental fireplace, and classic sash windows overlooking a magnificent golden elm tree.
At the rear, an open plan living and dining area is flooded with natural light, framed by a soaring vaulted ceiling and a serene garden aspect. The space flows to an inviting paved terrace with a mains gas barbeque, bordered by a colourful herb garden and prolific espaliered lime and lemon trees to create an enticing haven for relaxed alfresco entertaining.
Boasting a sought-after north-facing orientation and convenient gated access to the rear laneway, the verdant backyard sanctuary also features a manicured lawn, a fishpond with water feature, a large raised vegetable garden, an enchanting wisteria-draped pergola, and an array of mature trees providing vibrant seasonal colour.
At the heart of the home, a pristine contemporary kitchen comprises thick stone benchtops, extensive cabinetry with deep soft-close drawers and a large butler's pantry, and quality stainless steel appliances including an AEG dishwasher, an Ilve 750mm electric oven, and an Ilve 900mm induction cooktop with gas wok burner.
The substantial master bedroom enjoys a peaceful garden outlook, and includes a walk-in wardrobe leading to an immaculate contemporary ensuite with a frameless glass shower and a wall-hung twin stone vanity.
Three additional robed bedrooms include two opening directly to an enclosed sunroom, providing excellent flexibility for use as a children's playroom or large study. A graceful renovated family bathroom features floor-to-ceiling tiling, a recessed cistern toilet, a wall-hung stone vanity, and a frameless glass shower over deep bathtub. The home also includes a renovated stone-topped laundry with ample storage and direct outdoor access.
Featuring an 11kW solar panel system, engineered oak and hardwood flooring, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, split system air conditioning, ceiling fans, security screen doors, PIN code access to the rear laneway, plantation shutters, and an 8000L water tank with a fully-automated app-controlled irrigation system, 'Nagambie' also includes a light-filled garden shed, a remote four-car lock-up garage, and remote gate access to an exposed aggregate driveway with ample additional off-street parking space.
Set just a stroll from Blackburn Station and local South Parade shops, the location is also within easy walking distance of Blackburn Lake Sanctuary, Morton Park, St Thomas Primary School, Blacks Walk and Blackburn Creeklands. Zoned for Box Hill Secondary College, Blackburn Primary School and Laburnum Primary School, and moments from Blackburn Square Shopping Centre, Blackburn South shops and Laburnum Village, the home is a short drive from the Eastern Freeway, Burwood One, and trams to Deakin, Burwood Brickworks and Presbyterian Ladies' College.
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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