This magnificent two-storey Victorian residence is one of the oldest, grand homes in Melbourne and remains one of the best examples of the mid-Victorian domestic architecture of the era. Today it retains its pre-eminent status as one of the finest period residences in Melbourne with National Trust classification. Rich in history, it is further enhanced by its enviable location in the highly regarded Urquhart Estate, one of Melbourne's finest residential precincts.
Gracing a beautiful, lush garden allotment spanning 1,426sqm approx. with a wide double frontage - this landmark residence offers an exceptional family lifestyle with perfect amenities for intimate to large scale indoor-outdoor entertaining, or enjoy the company of friends around the pool in a glorious garden setting - a world away from the vibrant inner city nearby. The integrity of the classic period attributes including the iron lacework, cast iron column return verandahs, slate roof, high ceilings with roses and ornate cornices have all been sympathetically retained complementing the proportions typical of the era and the more contemporary family spaces. The interior features an entrance hall with Baltic Pine floors leading to a formal sitting room, informal living/library, two downstairs bedrooms or a study/fifth bedroom, both with ensuites. A further three bedrooms all with ensuites are positioned upstairs including a main bedroom with a dressing room and hallway opening to the balcony with 360-degree tree-top and City skyline views a perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee or evening drink. The generous family domain incorporates a stylish kitchen equipped for entertaining with prestige Lacanche gourmet stove and Asko integrated dishwasher, stone bench tops, a wide island bench and a large adjacent laundry and annex. All flowing to the northern alfresco entertaining area, the garden, pool, and external cottage with workshop. Other features include a National Trust Plaque, video intercom, hydronic heating, marble and OFPs, high quality appointments, irrigation system, dual remote gates, circular driveway and off-street parking.
This rare opportunity is ideally located close to Glenferrie Road or Camberwell Junction shops, cafes, restaurants and the Lido or Rivoli Cinemas. Also great local amenities including numerous parklands and the eclectic Auburn Village; plus easy access to some of Melbourne's finest schools and the CBD via public transport or CityLink.
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