An expansive, sun-drenched rear sanctuary with a swimming pool, spa and tennis court creates a magnificent resort-style setting for 'Kuranda', a substantial five bedroom family residence on a 1560sqm approx. allotment. Gracing one of Kew's most sought-after avenues with dual-driveway access, deep front garden and an impressive façade, this grand two-level home presents a superb indoor-outdoor lifestyle opportunity near a selection of Melbourne's elite private schools.
Tightly held for over 35-years with tastefully evolved spaces offering large, light and flexible accommodation for a discerning family, this elegantly-styled domain is introduced by an inviting entrance hallway, an exquisite sitting room with a charming fireplace inglenook and a spacious dining room where each formal area is crowned by a beautiful decorative ceiling.
Catering effortlessly to daily needs and family celebrations, a luxurious gourmet kitchen lined in solid marble boasts a range of high-end Miele appliances (induction cooktop, oven, dishwasher, MW, integrated fridge/freezer), motorised drawers and a waterfall breakfast island, and flows to a marble floor-tiled family living room warmed by a Jetmaster gas fireplace and opening through French doors to the rear terrace and pool.
Further at the rear is a cedar sauna, contemporary bathroom, full-size laundry and a north-facing family room with a wet bar that also links directly to the outdoor entertainment oasis. Designed for the ultimate in all-ages family enjoyment, a massive pool by a separate spa (gas heating, automated app controls) within a BBQ terrace area with a conservatory-style shelter, flows to a floodlit Mod-grass tennis court and versatile parcel of additional land with a tranquil garden-set conservatory.
Separate first-floor zones provide enormous flexibility with an east wing including a balcony with a superbly-proportioned bedroom with built-in robes plus a separate home office, while the other with four robed bedrooms and a heated-floor bathroom boasts a deluxe main suite featuring a front balcony, private lounge (entertainment wall unit), beautiful bedroom (rear balcony access), a fitted dressing room and a stunning ensuite (dual marble vanity, double-shower and a heated floor).
Additional attributes include zoned ducted heating, evaporative cooling and CCTV surveillance, as well as remote-control garaging. This distinguished family entertainer with a commanding period presence is prestigiously positioned with no heritage overlay only a short stroll to Victoria Park, Adeney Milk Bar Café, excellent schools (Carey, MLC, Xavier and Genazzano), Cotham Road and High Street trams, and Kew, Hawthorn and Balwyn's first-class restaurant and shopping precincts.
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