Last Listing description (June 2020)
Remarkable family prospects on 1,369 sqm (approx)
Expressions of Interest Closing Tuesday 16 June at 5.00 (Unless Sold Prior)
Combining classic period detail with stylish contemporary living is this c.1920 Attic-style period family home in the highly sought after locale, Mont Albert. Nestled on a generous 1,369 sqm (approx) allotment with two street frontages, the home offers a zoned floorplan with multiple living areas and bedroom accommodation, making this perfect for the growing family over the many years to come. Standing high overlooking the tree-lined street the charming period features of this beautiful home catch your eye the moment you enter. Tessellated verandah, leadlight glass, parquetry entrance hall, decorative ceilings and ornate fireplaces set the tone for a truly remarkable home. The real showpiece of this home is the formal lounge offering north-facing bay windows and fireplace, creating the perfect ambience to relax with your family during the cooler months. In addition, the ground floor front section of the home offers a study / home office, library / music room and large master bedroom with fireplace, dressing room, ensuite and bay windows that overlook the pristine gardens. The flexible floorplan upstairs has two large bedrooms with built in robes serviced by a family-sized central bathroom; a reading room; and an additional retreat with adjacent north-facing balcony terrace overlooking the trees.
The rear section of the home is truly an expansive family domain and features an oversized open plan dining, living and kitchen area with large windows as well as bi-fold doors allowing for an abundance of natural light and opening up to the enormous backyard, creating an effortless flow to make the most of indoor/outdoor entertaining. The gourmet kitchen comes fully equipped with Miele appliances, stainless steel benchtops, breakfast bar and walk in pantry. Two extra bedrooms and a rumpus room serviced by another bathroom are sectioned off privately to the right wing of the home making it a perfect retreat for growing teens or for guests.
The outdoor entertaining area is simply stunning offering full privacy and manicured gardens that surround it, as well as a large heated pool with pool house/gym fitted with powder room and a small workshop / storage shed. Additional features include zoned ducted heating and cooling, R/C air conditioner, off-street parking for multiple cards, security alarm system and ample storage spaces throughout.
This superb family home offers a wonderful lifestyle in a leafy tree-lined street, in an area graced by many period homes. Within a short stroll of the popular Hamilton and Surrey Hills Village cafes and shops, plus Box Hill Central and public transport options including Mont Albert Station and bus routes along Elgar Road. Underpinning the value of this home is its position to first class schooling including Mont Albert Primary, Surrey Hills Primary, Our Holy Redeemer as well as easy access to Genazzano, Trinity, Ruyton, Xavier, MLC and Carey via the 109 Tram.