Occupying a prized north-west corner in a celebrated dress-circle position, this magnificent freestanding Victorian residence, c1866, presents an exceptional four-bedroom family accommodation, of distinguished period beauty on approximately 358sqm. Opposite the historic Anzac Gardens, and among the earliest homes built within the original St Vincent Place subdivision, its provenance is matched by an enviable sense of privacy and serenity, with high-walled gardens creating a captivating setting in one of Melbourne's most prestigious addresses.
Beyond the cast-iron gate and landmark double-storey verandah, a broad arched hall with soaring ceilings and Baltic pine floors introduces beautifully preserved period interiors, enhanced throughout by abundant natural light and leafy outlooks. Gracious formal sitting and dining rooms, each with an open fireplace, lead into expansive living and dining areas at the rear, incorporating a generous kitchen with timber benchtops, Smeg cooking appliances, Miele dishwasher and extensive storage. French doors and windows lend themselves to the European sensibility, opening directly onto the wrap-around garden, with ivy-covered paved terraces and a manicured lawn providing a remarkable backdrop to al-fresco dining and entertaining, while gated access allows secure off-street parking for two cars.
The upper level comprises four bedrooms with built-in robes, including one with an open fireplace and balcony access, while northern light and city glimpses through the treetops enhance the entire upper floor. Two bathrooms provide excellent amenity, complemented by a downstairs powder room. Additional features include hydronic heating, split-system air conditioning, irrigation and substantial storage, all within an exclusive Emerald Hill locale, within easy walking distance to the light rail, Albert Park Village, MSAC, Albert Park Lake, South Melbourne Market and Clarendon Street, with the beach and a choice of leading schools close by.
Land size: 358sqm approx.
