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A charming front garden with gardenia hedges and roses introduces this classic Edwardian family home where its elegant façade, stylish ambience with quality finishes and harmonised period features, including ceiling roses, original OFPs and timber fretwork blend with the contemporary living spaces. Delivering a seamless liveable environment in keeping with today’s family lifestyle and enviably located in the coveted Harcourt Hill precinct. A flexible floor-plan provides exceptional indoor/outdoor living and entertaining options for family enjoyment overlooking an in-ground pool. The renovated and extended interior features high ceilings throughout and a central arched hallway with Baltic Pine floors flowing past three bedrooms all with built-in robes, a generous main with a box bay window and pristine ensuite, a fourth bedroom or study, a sparkling family bathroom and laundry. Through to an expansive, full-width family living and dining area with polished hardwood floors and a sleek kitchen equipped with black granite bench tops, an island bench and prestige Miele appliances. Opening through a wall of floor-to-ceiling bi-fold doors to the alfresco dining and entertaining area and pool; revealing a lush and beautiful rear garden with a line of mature Silver Birch trees leading to a retreat, home office, studio or gymnasium. Other features of this superb home include hydronic heating, R/C air conditioners (living and bedrooms), OFP (living), surround sound, a large remote-controlled alfresco awning, ample roof storage, garden shed and an auto gate to front off-street parking.The Harcourt Hill precinct is highly regarded for it prestigious real estate close to Rathmines Road and Sir William Angliss Reserves. Within walking distance of several of Melbourne’s finest schools and transport options; also minutes from the eclectic Auburn Village cafes, shops and station plus Glenferrie Road or Burke Road and Camberwell Junction shopping, boutiques, cafes and Cinemas – delivering all the lifestyle amenities families could ever wish for.

Step inside and discover the stylish ambience of this gorgeous double fronted Victorian family home with its superbly presented fully refurbished contemporary interior blending with subtly retained period attributes; including an iron lacework verandah, high ceilings with roses and original OFPs. Nestled neatly behind a picket fence and hedge-lined garden, it is one of an iconic row of period homes in the coveted Harcourt Hill precinct.The flexible interior over two levels features a central arched hallway with dark stained floors flowing past three bedrooms, two with built-in robes or two plus a sitting room/study plus a sleek, fully-tiled marble family bathroom with a free-standing Apaiser stone bath and basin plus a concealed laundry. Through to the rear extension with an upper level main bedroom, pristine ensuite and study area above a streamlined kitchen equipped with a walk-in pantry, prestige Miele and Asko appliances; including the light-filled family domain with its emphasis on indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. Opening through French doors to a sun-drenched deck overlooking a solar heated in-ground pool in leafy surrounds. Other features include designer light fittings throughout, grey/black/white decorator themes, hydronic heating, R/C air conditioners (living and main bedroom), cellar cupboard and a garden shed.This superb home offers a perfect lifestyle for retirees scaling down, young professionals or families given its enviable location in one of Melbourne’s and Hawthorn’s most prestigious residential areas; near Rathmines Road and Sir William Angus Reserve. Within walking distance of several of Melbourne’s finest schools and transport options; close to the eclectic Auburn Village cafes, shops and station plus Glenferrie Road or Camberwell Junction shopping, boutiques, cafes and Cinemas – it delivers all the lifestyle amenities residents could ever wish for.

Step inside and soak up the ambience of this stunning single level contemporary residence, architect designed and built with attention to detail by Stonehaven Homes, craftsman builders of luxurious homes. Situated in one of Balwyn’s finest Avenues in the coveted Reid Estate surrounded by many magnificent homes in a quiet and prestigious location. Gracing a generous and enchanting, gardener’s garden with mature shrubs, hedges and elegant Silver Birch trees, the home caters wonderfully for family living and entertaining either in its formal, informal or leafy outdoor spaces. An instantly appealing street presence is highlighted by Terracotta shingle roof tiles and a half brick façade introducing a spacious flowing floor-plan with American oak parquetry floors and loads of light from floor-to-ceiling glass, sky and picture windows providing tranquil garden vistas. The elegant interior features a sumptuous main bedroom with an ensuite, double access WIR and built-in robes; a further two bedrooms with built-in robes are zoned to the rear alongside a study alcove and a family bathroom. The hallway also flows past a lush central courtyard with a water feature plus a formal sitting room. Through to an expansive family domain incorporating a superbly appointed kitchen equipped with Black Galaxy granite bench tops, prestige Gaggenau and Miele appliances, butler’s pantry and adjacent laundry. Opening through tri-fold doors to the alfresco terrace complete with a Weber Summit barbeque and Qasair rangehood – a perfect space for entertaining or relaxing with family and friends. Other comprehensive features include intercom entry, alarm, Plantation shutters, Jetmaster gasFP, zoned heating and cooling, ducted vacuum, ample internal storage, auto sprinkler system, underground 3-phase power, remote double garage with roof storage and storeroom/cellar. The Reid Estate is enviably located moments from the Balwyn Cinema, Whitehorse Road Balwyn and Deepdene shops, cafes, restaurants and surrounding parklands including Deepdene Park and the Outer Circle trails. Plus easy access to many of Melbourne’s finest schools all forming a wonderful backdrop to the irresistible appeal of this home. Land Size: 740sqm approx.

Inspect Strictly by Prior Registration at the Advertised Times.Displaying the grandeur and refinement of classic European architecture, this brand-new architect designed residence is an exemplary showpiece of palatial proportions, luxurious imported finishes and 21st century technology beautifully set against a breathtaking outdoor entertaining and pool precinct.An imposing central reception hall featuring high ceilings and oak parquetry floors makes an immediate impression as it introduces a magnificently proportioned formal sitting and dining room with a marble gas log fire and lavish marble cocktail bar with bar fridge and French doors to a north-facing terrace. The spectacular open plan living and dining room with a marble gas fire is served a state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen appointed with a full suite of Gaggenau appliances including coffee maker and steam oven, integrated Liebherr fridge/freezer, striking marble benches and a full butler’s pantry. A series of French doors extends the living and entertaining options out to a large travertine paved undercover terrace with gas fire, deluxe BBQ kitchen, pool bathroom and a picturesque, heated pool at the centre.A guest bedroom with walk in robes and travertine en suite is conveniently positioned on the ground level while a lift and seductively curved wrought iron and timber staircase leads up to the extravagant main bedroom with gas log fire, full width balcony offering views to the ranges, an opulent custom Poliform dressing room and designer travertine en suite. There are also three additional bedrooms with stylish en suites and walk in robes, an expansive retreat and executive study. The second level opens out to a sensational sun-drenched travertine terrace with stairs down to the pool terrace.On the basement level, also accessed by lift, there is a cinema room with built in marble bar, a gym/yoga room, sauna, bathroom, a temperature-controlled wine cellar/tasting room and 7+ car garage.Exclusively situated in the Golden Mile close to Whitehorse and Burke Rd trams, Balwyn Village, a range of elite schools, Deepdene Park and bike trails, it is comprehensively appointed with alarm, video intercom, CCTV, zoned RC/air-conditioning, ducted vacuum, powder-room, laundry, storage, auto gates and home automation.Total size: 108sq approx.

This classic brick family home c1971 graces an enviable position on the corner of a quiet tree-lined cul-de-sac and Boston Road; one of the finest roads in the prized Golden Mile precinct. The property now offers a range of options: either design and build a luxurious new family residence with the inclusion of a pool if desired, build new townhouses on the site with dual access from Marock Place and Boston Road. Or alternatively renovate and update the existing home, (STCA). With either option promising excellent capital gains prospects in this prestigious location.Built around a sun-drenched northern courtyard the existing single level home has a flexible interior showcasing the charm typical of its era combined with floor-to-ceiling glass delivering an abundance of internal light. The accommodation features an entrance foyer flowing to a formal sitting room, spacious north-facing family living and dining room incorporating a limed timber kitchen equipped with quality Bosch and St George appliances; opening to the courtyard which is ideal for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. Through to a study/4th bedroom, powder room, laundry and a second informal living room currently used as a billiard room. Alongside three bedrooms all with built-in robes, the main bedroom also has an ensuite; plus a period-style family bathroom. Other features include, ducted heating and wall air conditioner, garden storage and double garage, which could double as covered outdoor entertaining, has internal access through a potential mud room. Buyers should note it presents in excellent order throughout and could be comfortably occupied or leased while a decision on its future is made.This impressive property is further enhanced by a coveted location in one of Melbourne’s most prestigious residential areas. With easy access to some of the area’s finest schools; plus Deepdene or Whitehorse Road shopping, cafes and restaurants or the Balwyn Cinema. Also many recreational facilities, including the Old Outer Circle or Anniversary trails, Balwyn Park and public transport options are all close by - all of which reinforces the lifestyle appeal of this location.

Grandly elevated above the road and yet well removed from its vibrancy by lush front gardens, this sweeping five bedroom family residence is absolutely brimming with northern light on a remarkable 849 square metres allotment (approx.), while framing a panorama that sweeps across northern and eastern Melbourne. Securely accessed and spectacularly proportioned with delightful garden outlooks and recently renovated bathrooms, the home is well presented for family life today, while offering scope for cosmetic renewal or redevelopment (STCA) in a coveted position on the cusp of Balwyn Village.Brilliantly designed to create indoor-outdoor connections, the home’s heart is a granite-topped kitchen / meals with a Neff oven, Miele dishwasher and easy connection to both family dining and a more formal dining room. Conveniently, both dining areas connect easily to a paved outdoor entertaining area that is set under a retractable awning, whilst the lounge is huge and oriented to celebrate the northern light and views.The main bedroom has been crafted to offer parents extensive built-in robe storage and its own vogue designer ensuite that is themed to the central bathroom. Further highlights include a four-car garage with direct internal access to the main home, as well as built-in robes in another two bedrooms, a laundry, central heating and air conditioning.This is a first-class location within easy reach of so many elite private and government schools including Camberwell Grammar, Camberwell Girls Grammar, Canterbury Girls Secondary College and Balwyn Primary School which are easily walkable. In addition, you have all the cafes, dining and shopping of both Balwyn Shopping Centre and Deepdene Shopping Centre, as well as the Palace Cinema Balwyn. Deepdene Park and Balwyn Park also within walking distance, plus you have a city-bound 109 tram stop just at the doorstep.

Fabulous modern family home that combines a relaxed and charm filled living environment with the practicality of vast spaces designed for a lively, growing family. The accommodation includes four bedrooms plus a study, family bathrooms on the lower and first floors, break out areas for kids to study, a formal lounge and dining room with gas open fireplace. A North-facing kitchen and family meals room that opens onto a private and covered al-fresco living area that is fitted with a built-in stainless-steel kitchen and overlooks the salt water inground pool. Additionally, the house also includes a rumpus room upstairs for your children and cleverly, has the master bedroom on the ground floor providing a peaceful haven for hard working mums and dads. Woodlands Avenue is a charming tree lined street with the Riversdale Road tram, Alamein line train, Anniversary Trail, tennis courts, playground and even Camberwell High School all within a very short, level walk. Also note that this home is inside the venerable and exclusive Camberwell Primary School zone and is zoned for Canterbury Girls Secondary College. Come see it – you will absolutely love it!

Inspection by Appointment OnlyExpressions of InterestDistinguished by majestic scale and extravagant luxury, this magnificent modern mansion exudes status and affluence in a revered Deepdene locale. Sitting elegantly against the verdant canopy of its tree-lined boulevard with a monolithic Neoclassical façade, the home’s commanding street presence veils a decadent interior spanning more than 110 squares, where three expansive levels are traversed by private lift. Connecting the interior with its landscape through stunning slabs of natural marble and rich timber tones, the home is a soothing setting for everyday living. The ground level is the hub of the home, brimming with sunshine through full height windows and sheer floor-to-ceiling drapes. A two-way fireplace connects an intimate formal lounge room with a sprawling open plan domain, hosting day-to-day relaxation, family meals, and en-masse entertaining. Adding panache and practicality, the kitchen stands at front of stage, mingling with guests across a marble-wrapped hostess island, while catering with an endless list of Gaggenau, Miele, Fotile, and Falmec appliances, including in the spacious butler’s pantry. Bi-folding doors connect the glamorous interior with a sheltered alfresco balcony and a grassy yard for kids and pets to play. The basement level is dedicated to entertainment, providing a cellar, a huge games room with an integrated drinks bar, and a fully equipped home cinema. On this level, barbecue celebrations are complemented by a heated swimming pool, a bathroom, and a sauna, offering space for year-round alfresco dining and relaxation. Upstairs, a family retreat is a private space for kids to interact, bordered by four luxe bedrooms, each with private ensuites and walk-in robes. Included, the main bedroom pampers parents with enormous space for secluded sanctuary, complemented with a home office, a dressing room, and a sumptuous ensuite with a deep soaker tub. Finished with a ground-floor home office fitted with wall-to-wall cabinetry, plus a private guest suite with a built-in robe, study desk, and ensuite, the home provides an incredible list of indulgent modern comforts and security. Situated on 836sqm on Deepdene’s most enviable tree-lined street, the home is mere paces from the scenic Anniversary trail, Deepdene’s shopping and café district, and city-bound trams, while minutes from Melbourne’s best public and private schools, Kew and Camberwell junctions, and the Eastern freeway for a quick city or coastal escape.

Standing proudly in the prestigious Sackville Ward surrounded by Melbourne’s most elite private schools, this classic-inspired residence exudes timeless elegance, contemporary refinement and enduring quality throughout. Flooded with natural light and welcomed by stunning parquetry flooring, spacious dual-zoned living comprises of a formal lounge/dining domain, flowing through to a gourmet Granite appointed kitchen, and casual family/meals area. Impressive family space is heightened by 5 robed bedrooms (master suite with twin spa ensuite/WIR) and dual-vanity bathroom, while heating/AC, powder room, study nook, balcony, alarm, intercom, irrigation, ducted vacuum, rear entertaining terrace and good-size garden, auto entry gate and double garage add further lifestyle luxury. With an outstanding commitment to excellence, this captivating home is moments from Burke Rd and Whitehorse Rd trams, Junction shopping, Auburn Village train and boutiques.

Presenting a stylish collaboration of remarkable, family-friendly proportions and a bold alfresco entertainers’ spirit, in the zone for Balwyn High School, this meticulously designed four bedroom executive townhouse is presented immaculately, in almost new condition. Crafted with a superb sense of quality that creates ‘busy family’ ease, the home is just a short walk from Whitehorse Road’s popular strip of cafes, dining, shopping, cinemas and transport.Introduced via a spectacular double-height entrance void that captures streams of northern light, the home flows to an open-plan rear where it opens up in spectacular style to a vast dining / living, paved undercover alfresco entertaining and a private, easy-care backyard. Underpinned by a gourmet kitchen in which a full suite of Miele appliances is complemented by a butler’s pantry and marble working surfaces that include a vast island, the home creates the perfect venue for gathering with friends and family.The main bedroom is an impressively scaled retreat with large walk-in robes and a fully tiled ensuite with a stone-topped vanity, whilst another pair of upstairs bedrooms have been completed with custom built-in robes. Further highlights of this impeccable residence include a second living area, superb polished Blackbutt flooring, an internally accessed lock-up garage with Tesla charger, central heating and air conditioning as well a full security system that comprises secure video entry, an alarm and CCTV surveillance.This is a dream location for family life, just a gentle walk from all the cosmopolitan delights of Whitehorse Road, renowned Balwyn High School and a choice of excellent Primary Schools. Moments from trams that can deliver you to a diversity of elite private schools, the CBD or vibrant Box Hill. Plus you have Gordon Street Park within easy walking distance and the glorious expanses of the Maranoa Botanic Gardens and Beckett Park .