Exquisite and historic, The Grange, c 1891, is a Victorian mansion idyllically positioned high on the hill in Hawthorn East.
Just moments to one of Melbourne's major shopping precincts, it captures Victorian grandeur while being a luxurious home for the contemporary family.
Set on 1250 sqm (approx.)in a tranquil cul de sac, The Grange forms part of an original five acre estate that once extended from Victoria Road to Burwood Road. Today it still commands a sense of space and privacy with unobstructed 360-degree views from its rooftop terrace.
A dramatic façade and colonnaded verandah epitomise architectural grandeur and afford an unforgettable arrival, complemented by architecturally-designed gardens.
This inspired masterpiece features five bedrooms, four bathrooms, study, parents' wing with a private retreat, gracious formal and informal living rooms, billiards room, cellar, heated swimming pool and spa, outdoor entertaining and four car garage.
Magnificent period details include soaring 13 ft ceilings, seven fireplaces, intricate plaster details, stunning timber floors, luxurious curtains and beautiful stained glass.
The sense of arrival is immediate and unforgettable. Its vast dimensions and a dramatic reception foyer imbue The Grange with a sense of occasion. That splendour continues throughout the expansive formal and informal living rooms, dining room and billiards room.
The stone/Miele kitchen overlooks the informal meals zone. The solar/ gas heated, fully tiled salt-water swimming pool and spa create an enviable setting for year-round entertainment.
A grand timber staircase leads to the first floor, where grandeur is seamlessly balanced with comfort. The parents' suite is a private sanctuary of exceptional refinement with a walk-in wardrobe/dressing room and private retreat. The opulent ensuite is luxuriously appointed in matched Calacatta marble with mirrored detailing.
Four generously-scaled bedrooms with built-in robes and desks access two additional bathrooms.
A second staircase rises to the rooftop terrace where sweeping panoramic views extend from the CBD to the distant ranges.
The Grange is an incomparable landmark home distinguished by its history and provenance. Contemporary features include hydronic heating, refrigerated air con, alarm, irrigation, auto gates and remote entry garage.
Mere steps to Camberwell's vibrant lifestyle hub, this home of singular character is close to trams and trains, some of Melbourne's finest schools and convenient CBD access.
