luxury houses with reception room for sale Mount Eliza, Australia

Terms available - One of Melbourne’s most significant beachfront holdings now presents a tightly held opportunity to secure a landmark c.1906 balconied Federation residence, commanding 996sqm of north-facing established gardens directly fronting Port Phillip Bay. Its position is absolute and cannot be replicated, set opposite Catani Gardens with uninterrupted water outlooks, steps to Albert Park Lake and the Grand Prix circuit, and moments from the city’s most recognised beachfront dining and leading schools.Interiors are magnificent and true to the era, with hardwood and leadlight arches, pressed metal ceilings reaching 14 feet on the ground floor and 12 feet above, and a series of grand formal reception rooms that lend versatility to the enormous floor plan. Rear zones prioritise contemporary entertaining, with a Miele-appointed kitchen, open living and dining, and steel-framed doors that connect directly to a north-facing alfresco and to established gardens enclosed by Jacaranda and Magnolia.A king-sized main bedroom with water views, plus two bathrooms, is positioned on the ground floor, with the broad staircase, framed by a stunning stained-glass window, leading to four further bedrooms, a third bathroom and a deep terrace balcony with sweeping views over Catani Gardens to the glistening bay beyond. Beautifully presented and appointed with secure, dual-driveway access, parking for five, an underground cellar, ducted and electric heating, garden reticulation, intercom security and automated gates, it sits just steps from the sand, the Royal Melbourne Yacht Club, St Kilda Sea Baths, beachfront dining, elite schools and is only moments from Middle Park Village and the city. A legacy home in one of Australia's most exclusive coastal addresses, this is a generational opportunity, and it is available now.

Magnificently situated within Toorak’s largest landholding of 1.1 hectares (11,366sqm approx.), this celebrated c1900 Edwardian estate is a Victorian landmark of historic, cultural and botanic significance and offering an approved Heritage Victoria permit for a significant renovation and extension*. The exceptional scale, elegance and grandeur of the distinguished home is matched by breathtaking parkland surrounds encompassing a Harold Desbrowe Annear designed sunken garden, numerous significant trees, a pool and north-south tennis court.Beyond the high stone wall and Italianate wrought iron gates, a long circular drive arrives at the welcoming marble foyer flowing through to a spectacular reception room displaying a soaring ornate ceiling, roaring fireplace and timber floors. Emanating from the central hall, a gracious morning room, elegant drawing room, evocative library and grand formal dining room all feature fireplaces and glorious garden outlooks. Inviting entertaining on a lavish scale, the imposing music or ballroom with fireplace, parquetry floors, timber paneling and bay window opens through 4 sets of French doors to the garden. A series of sculleries, preparation rooms and kitchens equipped with multiple ovens including an original wood stove cater to any entertaining requirement.An abundance of flexible accommodation comprises a captivating downstairs guest bedroom with en suite and dressing room, the main bedroom with en suite and robes, two additional bedrooms with en suites, two double bedrooms with robes, a retreat, bathroom and powder-room. In addition, there is a self-contained 1-bedroom apartment upstairs and a 1-bedroom housekeeper’s apartment and office on the ground level.The crowning glory of this unique property is the extraordinary garden, widely believed to be the finest in the state. Completely private, utterly tranquil and filled with rare and century-old trees and plants, it is a botanic marvel. Vast formal lawns separated by low stone walls designed in 1934 by Harold Desbrowe Annear culminate in the renowned sunken garden with a gorgeous pond and fountain at its centre. Behind a 100-year-old Wisteria “hedge” there is the north-south mod grass tennis court and picturesque pool with pool house. Numerous outbuildings including a self-contained cottage, former stables, potting shed, workshop, gardener’s headquarters and triple garage are at the rear of the main residence and accessed via a second driveway.For the first time in over one hundred years, this is an unprecedented opportunity to take over the custody of one of Melbourne’s most significant estates. Land size: 11,366sqm (approx.). Transaction Advisor – Charter Keck Cramer – Scott Keck, Tom Byrnes and Patrick McNulty*Plans available upon application.

Magnificently nestled within an impressive 1200sqm approx. garden on the corner of Fermanagh Road, this illustrious c1886 solid brick Victorian residence’s grandeur and elegance invite outstanding options to renovate and extend or alternatively to rebuild as a luxurious new home or boutique develop (STCA).Behind a broad verandah, the central entrance hall sits between two majestic reception rooms both featuring ornate high ceilings, Baltic pine floors and marble and timber fireplaces. The light-filled dining room and capable kitchen with scullery open through antique cast iron doors to a large west-facing decked entertaining area overlooking the garden. The generous main bedroom with large dressing room is accompanied by three additional double bedrooms with robes, a stylish bathroom and second bathroom. Only moments to the Junction’s shops, cafes, cinemas and restaurants, Camberwell station, trams, leading schools and Read Gardens, it includes alarm, CCTV, hydronic heating, laundry, ample storage, off street parking on Fermanagh Rd and auto gate.

Expressions of interest closing Wednesday 18th December at 4pm... unless sold priorA celebration of timber and one man’s passion, expressed to exquisite perfection, along with the couple’s desire for a family lifestyle informed by the unparalleled beauty of the Yarra River’s flowing waters and 47 acres (approx.) of verdant river flats, delivers a truly unique North American inspired log home and barn. Reaching iconic status along the Warburton trail, with breathtaking mountain backdrop reflected in the soaring proportions of the home. Spend the summer months floating down the river in a tyre tube, bring a swag and enjoy a fire by the pebble beach, swim in the spring fed dam amongst waterlilies and lotus flowers or fish for Trout and Redfin. Described as paradise with 1km (approx.) of river frontage lined with spectacular white manna gums, platypuses are often spotted and visiting birdlife is plentiful including pelicans, black swans, spoonbills, egrets, herons and bellbirds. A master builder’s own six bedroom home combines clever design and refined rustic appeal. Capturing amazing views through soaring windows, beyond a duck filled pond and lush paddocks to the peaks of Mt Toolebewong, Ben Cairn, Donna Buang and Mt Bride in the background. The north easterly aspect allows sun to flood the stunning cathedral ceilinged living room, warming the polished concrete floors in the winter months. This breathtaking room is revealed upon entry through an imposing timber front door and past a cascading log staircase with decorative wrought iron balustrade and sweeping handrail. More a work of art than a house, where much of the timber, apart from the logs, has been lovingly collected and repurposed, including a sugar gum natural edge slab kitchen benchtop, stunning outdoor table from the crown of an Oaktree, breathtaking barn style doors for linen cupboard, live edge timber benches and a mix of solid pieces employed as drawer fronts in the master walk in robe. Hand crafted joinery includes windows, doors, sliders, wardrobe and cupboard doors and kitchen, bathroom and laundry cabinetry. Hydronic floor heating, wood heater, ceiling fans, passive solar design, cross breezes and the insulation qualities of the log construction itself, delivers a beautifully comfortable home year-round. Stylish polished concrete floors flow throughout the kitchen, dining room and living room. The living space is anchored by a magnificent stone fireplace, matched by outdoor pizza oven on the outside and Delatite and Castella stone base topped by exterior vertical cladding or logs. The exterior is surrounded by wide verandas capturing views across the property. Butler’s and walk in pantry appointed with handsome Belling Kensington stove with three ovens, farmhouse sink set in granite surfaces and a host of storage, mainly drawers, the kitchen is beautifully designed and eminently practical. There’s also a fully fitted mudroom/laundry and powder room with generous storage throughout. Sleeping accommodation comprises a two bedroom wing on the lower level luxuriously served by walk in robes, (in all bedrooms), storeroom and stunning bathroom. A testament to the beauty of timber with awe inspiring cathedral ceiling and log walls, the family room features redgum and Queensland cedar wet bar and sliding doors to the veranda, along with one of the bedrooms. Timber lined ceilings under fairy tale roofline is a highlight of the superb upper-level bedrooms with three peacefully positioned to one side of the home, with a deep soak bath in the bathroom. The master suite across a connecting mezzanine style bridge with elevated view through the living room window, is an absolute revelation. Opulent with its expansive proportions, stunning roofline and skylit double vanity ensuite. Wake to morning sun and beautiful easterly outlook through sliding doors to a large private balcony. Many a wedding and party has been celebrated in the barn complete with wood heater, two mezzanines, kitchen, workshop, laundry and powder room. Accessed by two sets of barn doors and extended height bifold glass doors to a covered entertaining area at the rear, there’s also a stable with two stalls, wash bay, tack storage and 18m round yard. The option is there for a farm related business to trade out of the barn along with the possibility of marketing the space for weddings, corporate functions etc (STCA), offering accommodation in the home (STCA), potential is also there as a café or restaurant (STCA). The land is currently primary producer registered.At the end of a no through road with direct frontage to the Warburton trail, the property features eight electric fenced paddocks with water troughs, all accessible with interconnecting laneways, ideal for livestock ranging from cattle, goats, sheep, horses etc. There are yards with cattle crush and ramp, machinery shed, hay shed, wood/tractor shed and 40’ storage container.Disclaimer: The information contained herein has been supplied to us and is to be used as a guide only. No information in this report is to be relied on for financial or legal purposes. Although every care has been taken in the preparation of the above information, we stress that particulars herein are for information only and do not constitute representation by the Owners or Agent.