95 Barkers Road

Kew VIC 3101

This superbly renovated Federation residence c1910, one of an iconic row of similar homes, boasts a seamless blend of classic retained period attributes with contemporary family living - combining charm and elegance with exceptional indoor/outdoor family lifestyle and entertaining options around an in ground pool in a lovely garden setting. Securely positioned behind a high front, hedge-lined fence this stunning home exemplifies the elegance of the era showcasing an array of period attributes including a terracotta turret, timber fretwork arches, tessellated tile portico, decorative and high ceilings with roses plus bay and coloured leadlight glass windows representing its past character.

The interior features a central hallway with Baltic Pine floors leading to three bedrooms with built-in robes, inter-connecting formal sitting and dining rooms, two family bathrooms, laundry and a fitted study with stairs leading to a sumptuous main bedroom, with parents retreat, WIR, ensuite and City skyline glimpses. Flowing to a superb extension designed to capitalise on northern light and sunshine whilst providing an expansive family domain incorporating a gourmet Ceasar Stone, Smeg and Miele equipped kitchen. Opening to a private garden and serene paved alfresco area, lined with ornamental trees and hedges which overlook a gas/solar heated pool with an infinity-edged spa alongside a pool house with built-in barbeque kitchen - perfect for relaxing or entertaining all year round. Other comprehensive features include video intercom, alarm, OFPs, ducted heating, cooling, R/C air conditioners (family room, main bedroom) air conditioner (pool house), Heat 'n GloFP (sitting room), wall heater (study), surround sound (entertaining areas), ample storage including roof, direct rear access to Foley Reserve plus a carport and off-street parking.

This impressive home is ideally situated in one of Kew's lifestyle locations; close to Kew Junction shopping including Leo's Fine Foods and Toscanos or just a few minutes' from Glenferrie Road boutiques, cafes, restaurants and Lido cinema or the Victoria Gardens Complex. With public transport options and the Hawthorn Recreation Centre, plus a choice of some of Melbourne's finest schools are also within easy reach.