44 Bell Street

Fitzroy VIC 3065

Nestled in a landmark, Victorian-era building, this beautifully renovated terrace home presents a truly unique opportunity to secure a home in this stately, pre-federation building, and own an exclusive piece of old-world Melbourne. Opened by Robert Bell in 1855, the property occupies part of the former Fitzroy National School, and has recently undergone a complete transformation at the skilled hands of MvS Architects to result in an inner-city oasis, dramatic in design and cunning in its use of space.

Behind the regency-style faade, the grandeur of the main corridor is reflected in the absurdly high ceilings and imperial columns that distinguish the gallery wall running from entry to exit, offering glimpses of the verdantly peaceful courtyard at the rear. The large primary suite, zoned to the rear of the ground floor, is defined by a sweeping, sculptural ceiling that encircles a central statement pendant light, and is serviced by sleek built-in robes, and an exotic ensuite bathroom featuring custom tub surrounded by hand-made Japanese finger tiles. Rounding out the ground floor is the second bedroom with walk-through robe and mosaic-tiled ensuite, a sultrily styled powder room, and Euro laundry.

Ascending the timber stairs, the wonderfully open upper level makes the most of its northern exposure, flooding the cleverly zoned living and dining areas with natural light, and highlighting the centrally housed kitchen; completely streamlined, the designer galley comes complete with custom cabinetry, integrated appliances, concealed exhaust, and stone benchtops.