A rare opportunity to secure a period classic of such prominence and prestige, this late-Victorian six bedroom showpiece, built c1896 of double-brick upon bluestone foundations, offers a meticulous renovation and extension to accommodate a large family in premium lodgings.
A flexible floor plan provides three interior living spaces and two outdoor entertaining areas for large families and entertainers alike.
Sprawling over a considerable parcel, this well-known and revered residence makes clever use of two distinct frontages atop the ever-revered Rothwell Hill. Its main frontage and garden, adorned with the home’s original fountain, greets the visitor to a large entrance room/lounge and preludes to an exquisitely enlivened main section with four large double bedrooms with soaring 14-foot ceilings and the magnificent central hallway displays intricate details typical of the era and includes a powder room, laundry, kitchenette and expansive linen storage.
Brilliantly bright, the property’s large rear split-level extension provides a seamless flow from the original building with a sizeable double bedroom accompanied by a classically styled bathroom and walk-in robe, a wonderfully open living/dining space integrates a well-equipped, wraparound kitchen, while an individual study services the home professional. Bifold doors streamline indoor-outdoor flow, with a broad outdoor deck space perfect for entertaining. A side road entry accommodates three cars and storage is abundant with two sheds and a cellar under the rear of the property.
PROPERTY FEATURES:
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Ducted heating/evaporative cooling, split-system heating/cooling
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Grey ironbark hardwood floors
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NZ pure wool carpets
- 15000l water tank
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Security/zoned alarm
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Side bicycle storage (lockable)
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Six (6) bedrooms plus study (home office)
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Two sizeable sheds
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Fully restumped, rewired & replumbed
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Stone and wrought iron Victorian front fencing
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Video intercom private rear entrance and remote-control roller door
Positioned between two major shopping strips – Union Rd (250m) and Puckle St (550m), a short stroll to Ascot Vale Station (450m), city-bound 57/59 trams, Mt Alexander Road, with CityLink, the scenic Maribyrnong River Trail, and a range of respected Government and Private schools close by.
