Positioned in one of the finest tree lined Streets North Melbourne has to offer, this signature home of absolute class and distinction is a rare find. Understated, elegant and featuring subtleties that only become apparent on internal inspection, this is a property where true elegance and sophistication meet to indulge the discerning buyer in a property with true flair and creativity.
This family home offers the very best of inner city living and, with its substantial parcel of land, there is an unparalleled opportunity to extend and renovate on a scale seldom found.
If a swimming pool is your desire or an infinite amount of garden is a requirement, then you have found a property with simply no equal.
As you pass the Paul Bangay designed front garden and enter the front door ,you realise you have been transported to a special place where a refined ambience meets an inherent practicality. The heavenly feel of light and space welcomes you and compliements all the rooms of the home and provides a unique serenity.
Through the hallway takes you on a journey of dado and panelled decoration and paved yellow Portuguese stone with ivory stone studs and edges. The master bedroom features plantation shutters that allow morning light to filter through the plane trees and an antique French Chandelier. The ensuite has been infused with a combination of rich grey Carrara marble, an intricately etched bespoke glass window and a high end spa bath.
Coming in to the Formal lounge and dining room, you immediately turn your attention to the antique French Chandelier (Paris c 1880) and the comforting open fire place.
One of the most fascinating areas of the home is the Bar area, which is dominated by a beautifully crafted mosaic floor called the “The Harvest Festival” A work of a pure artisan.
The study is a fine room with rich wood panelling and shelving that provide a library like retreat and wonderful work area. Views to the garden and light well enhance its presence.
A Provincial style kitchen casual in nature but full of functionality is adorned with the tasteful use of coloured sandstone and a neutral colour scheme. The western side has an extensive glass wall that lets the outside garden flow and is punctuated with hundreds of miniature Agapanthus. European appliances including a stunning stainless steel range hood.
Handmade Italian ceramic tiles and Scandinavian all come together to create a gorgeous environment. The meals area has a cedar framed Atrium styled window, that captures morning sun through the majestic magnolia tree.
The informal family room and lounge area feature wrap around glass and a concealed TV cabinet. From this vantage point, the scale and volume of the garden becomes apparent. A simply stunning space to the rear of the property.
3 further bedrooms upstairs are on offer but there is the versatility of turning one of these into a 2nd Study. This tranquil, light filled and special room enjoys views to the city and Docklands.
This is a superbly located home on a voluminous parcel of land that simply offers a lifestyle opportunity with an impeccable pedigree.