Circa 1915, this grand centenarian comes steeped in rich history and unparalleled beauty.
Carefully curated gardens and a substantial verandah frame the home, originally the local coach house, and a striking foyer greets you once inside. Here, you realise the intricacy of the period details that stretch throughout the home, encompassing two substantial levels. These include parquetry floors, high ornamental ceilings, extensive wall panelling, stained glass features, plus deep cornices, skirtings, and picture rails.
The lower level of the home offers a seamless fusion of styles. Its formal zone includes a lounge and a dining room that can be closed off for privacy or used as intersecting spaces, and a dedicated study is an ideal work from home space if required. Each of these rooms showcases dark wood panelling that creates an air of distinction, the likes of which is hard to replicate. The sizeable master bedroom, which has a private dressing room and ensuite bathroom, is also found in this vicinity; it offers a lighter colour palette yet is no less intricate. Completing the accommodation on this level is a significant open-plan zone with a favoured northerly aspect, allowing it to enjoy an abundance of natural light. It comprises an expansive family-meals area and a gourmet kitchen that combines functionality with fashion courtesy of stone benchtops, a stainless steel Ilve 900mm freestanding cooktop-oven, a semi-integrated Asko dishwasher and modern subway tiling. French doors open from this zone to a two-tiered deck, bordered by lush green grass and landscaped gardens. These overlook a sparkling salt chlorinated inground pool with gas heating, completing the space to perfection. There’s also a second grassed space at the rear of the home that makes a safe play space for children and pets alike.
On the upper level, you’ll be thrilled to find a variation in rooflines consistent with the attic style featured in the façade. There are three large bedrooms, each with built-in robes, plus a fully renovated central bathroom with a deep freestanding soaker tub, twin basins and a separate shower.
The home’s additions are the perfect complement to this outstanding offering. They include zoned ducted heating/refrigerated air-conditioning, feature lighting, a downstairs powder room, a storage rich laundry, and an oversized double garage with an automatic door and space for a workshop. The location, protected by a heritage overlay, is also enviable and within close proximity to a range of desirable amenities. These include a solid public transport network, including trains from Oakleigh Station and a number of local bus routes, many of which travel to the comprehensive network of reputable schools in surrounding areas. Then there’s Chadstone Shopping Centre, plus a variety of open green spaces and recreation facilities such as Caloola Reserve, Scotchmans Creek Trail, which goes to the city, Oakleigh Golf Course and Oakleigh Recreation Centre. You’re also near the Monash Freeway, enabling an easy commute to the CBD or to the delights of the Mornington Peninsula via Eastlink.
The chance to secure a home of this significance is a rare opportunity and one that should not be overlooked. Inspect without delay and marvel at all your life could be.
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