A magnificent collaboration between Robson Rak Architects, Lane Project Management Builders and Ben Scott Garden Design landscaping, this former 1884 Victorian residence celebrates a breathtaking fusion of original period elegance and striking modern transformation. Destroyed by fire in 2014 and with only the heritage façade intact, a painstaking and meticulous restoration process - with family practicality in mind - has resulted in a grand masterpiece of voluminous indoor/outdoor spaces, incredible natural light, texture-rich interiors, and a lengthy list of premium inclusions.
Defined by free-flowing continuity where old meets new, the home's traditional glamour remains: original 20 foot ceilings with pressed metal, bay windows, exquisite lead lighting, ornate hallway arches that were cleverly reconstructed via laser printing technology, and fully restored fireplaces dressed in Carrera marble and cast iron. Combine this with modern luxury, including varying Italian marble throughout, state-of-the-art security (CCTV), hydronic and underfloor heating and zoned reverse cycle cooling, double glazed windows and rammed earth walls.
Entry into the master bedroom reveals a luxurious full ensuite (with striking Italian mosaic tiling) and adjoining dressing room with floor to ceiling robes. Discover a front library, powder room and full-sized laundry with allocated family lockers and cleverly incorporated laundry chute from upstairs. The galley-style study ensures working from home privacy with no disconnect from the rest of the house, thanks to one of many cleverly designed windows, maximising natural light and harmonious family living.
A sophisticated limestone kitchen offers all the mod cons for an enjoyable cooking and entertaining experience, with timber veneer cabinetry and integrated V Zug appliances, six metre island benchtop, a cleverly incorporated butler's pantry, bench mounted extractor fan and induction cooktop. Dine in style with a dramatic atrium-style lightwell and soaring skylight overhead the meals area, adjoining a spacious living room, whereby despite its vast proportions, entices cosiness and togetherness thanks to the Cheminees Philippe fireplace, expansive window seating and earthy textures. Upstairs, three generous bedrooms await (one with ensuite), plus a rumpus room and full family bathroom with freestanding bath and integrated bench seating. Each bedroom features 100 percent wool carpeting, built in desks and enjoys fully automated blinds and windows for added comfort and privacy.
Step outside to the ultimate entertainers' backyard, an enviable space to make lifelong family memories! Featuring a heated undercover BBQ area, a sparkling porcelain tiled solar/gas heated swimming pool with spa, plus an in-ground trampoline, separate pool house with powder room/kitchenette, a state-of-the-art home gymnasium and pristine landscaping with irrigation system and considered emphasis on low maintenance upkeep.
Nestled amongst other prestigious properties in the surrounding streetscape, this truly impressive residence celebrates a location to match: strolling distance to Fairview Park and Yarra River walking/cycling tracks, moments from local primary and private schools, close to West Hawthorn shops and Glenferrie Road eateries plus easy CBD access via CityLink or a myriad of public transport options. Steeped in historical significance, this Victorian restoration journey is now lovingly complete and invites new owners to reap the rewards with nothing left to do except move right in and begin living a life of effortless family luxury!
