Step inside and soak up the ambience of this superbly renovated and extended double fronted, slate roofed Victorian family residence c1890. Nestled behind a high walled front garden and introduced by a rendered period façade with iron lacework. The fully renovated interior trumps it all and delivers a stunning combination of original front rooms and contemporary living and entertaining spaces featuring high ceilings throughout and coloured leadlight windows. This home, once owned by the renowned television personality, the late Graham Kennedy, has been designed with flair and attention-to-detail, leaving a lasting impression.
The impressive proportions feature an arched central hallway which is flanked by three gorgeous bedrooms, including a main with a WIR and ensuite, a sitting room, study/home office, an exquisite bathroom and laundry. Through to the expansive north-facing family living and dining domain, it offers the ultimate in entertaining facilities, incorporating a modern CaesarStone kitchen with a walk-in pantry and quality Miele and Ilve appliances. Flowing through bi-fold doors to a deck and solar heated pool and spa, enjoy privacy in the landscaped garden - perfect for entertaining family and friends. The upper-level rear extension has two further bedrooms, a family bathroom, rumpus and balcony with views across Hawthorn to the spectacular City skyline. Other comprehensive appointments of this beautiful home include hydronic heating, chandeliers, alarm, four R/C air conditioners, marble fireplaces, Jetmaster fireplace, dedicated cellar, ample storage including roof and under deck, 6.5KW of solar panels, EV Charger and a remote double garage/storage with wide rear lane access from three entry points.
The home is ideally positioned near the top of Victoria Road Hill with immediate proximity to Camberwell train station, Camberwell Junction shopping, Auburn Village boutiques and Glenferrie precinct cafes and cinema. The home is surrounded by parks and recreation options including Rathmines Road and Victoria Road Reserves, and the Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre. Many of Melbourne's finest public and private schools, as well as Swinburne University are all within walking distance. The lifestyle benefits attached to this home are plentiful and highly sought after.
