In one of the finest Hotham Hill streetscapes, this magnificent architect designed residence delivers the highest echelon of inner city living complimented by delightful panoramic views of both the CBD and its North Melbourne surrounds. Formerly two separate residences, this property has now been extended outwards and upwards to create a most flexible floorplan suiting a myriad of buyer requirements. With abundant space and versatility, this represents one of the most significant homes to hit the North Melbourne market in recent years. The tuck-pointed Hawthorn brick faade is a mirrored pair of historic, elevated Victorian terrace houses. Superbly renovated through-out and retaining many period features such as open fireplaces, high ceilings, decorative cornices, arched hallways and stained glass windows. Two separate entrances lead to classic arched entry halls which flow into the modern rear extension. The ground level has the potential of four bedrooms and comprises two front sitting rooms/bedrooms which retain their classic charm including fireplaces with mantles, two bedrooms with BIRs and direct access to two bathrooms, a separate laundry, a bright sundrenched open-plan living room with inbuilt wet-bar and a family oriented kitchen/dining area with high quality appliances and fixtures. The entire rear of the house opens to the landscaped rear courtyard which boasts a tiled spa, natural gas BBQ and a superb tranquil fish pond (including incumbent turtles). Upstairs offers a large master bedroom suite with walk-in robes and private ensuite bathroom, central lightwells providing idyllic ambiance and division of space, a cinema room including projector and motorised screen, a well-equipped office/study and a large captivating entertainment deck. Features polished timber and concrete floors, excellent storage, reverse-cycle heating/cooling, dish drawer dishwasher, BOSE audio, CBUS remote lighting, quality fixtures and many thoughtful design features through-out. Only a short walk to the magnificent Royal Parklands, city transport and Melbournes medical and tertiary precincts. This home is also situated close to North Melbourne Primary School, and is within the catchment area of prestigious University High School. Inspect by appointment.
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