493 Kooyong Road, Gardenvale, VIC 3185

Enchanting & captivating ... this bespoke home was built by one of Melbourne's leading builders of the period (Manchester Unity Building) and featured on the front page of Australian Home Beautiful Magazine with the feature article. An architectural masterpiece designed by the Practice of Mewton & Grounds (Roy Grounds and Geoffrey Mewton) this breathtaking freestanding home has been selected in the 2024 Caulfield South and Gardenvale Heritage Review, which emphasises it's a cut above the average dwelling in the area & architecturally significant. Standing proud, and offering 4 bedrooms, this family forever residence offers 3 generous levels of living, 772m2 of land approximately, garden views from almost every window, big west facing back garden with lush grass and inviting botanical elements spread across two zoned areas. There are several retained period features which include high quality Coachwood staircase & panelling, modernist cornices, curved marble top fireplace surround and an original 1930s light fitting exuding Deco flair. Instantly inviting, the large vestibule entrance opens to the tranquil well proportioned lounge via double glass bevelled glass. Once inside the warmth of the lounge room, you'll appreciate the home is well set back amongst established landscaped gardens and offers a comfortable break-out zone. The family flexible layout includes a sun-filled west-facing dining room which offers wonderful garden aspects that look out to the striking palm trees, ideal for shading the garden on a hot summer's day. Adjoining the formal dining room is another living area/breakfast room with a gorgeous bay window and more garden outlooks. You'll also enjoy the well maintained Blackwood kitchen with two ovens, electric cook-top and stainless steel dishwasher. The family accommodation doesn't stop there... a ground floor bedroom with built-in robes, three further bedrooms upstairs (all with robes), the main bedroom offering very generous proportions and tree-top aspects. A bonus study room completes the picture. Other features include two bathrooms (upstairs was an architect designed renovation and showcases deluxe stone bath surround, high quality limestone tiling and a separate shower/bath), while the downstairs bathroom offers a 2nd shower, vanity & toilet along with a family sized laundry. The front facade captures the imagination and the rear is just as magical. Off street parking is made easy for 3 cars. Bonus features include hydronic heating, split system cooling/heating. Astute buyers will note the potential of an extension or possible extra dwelling at the rear (subject to approvals). In the perfect pocket for good proximity to schools & transport. 'Skibereen, is your future home!