1-3 Maleela Avenue, Balwyn

A prestigious Reid Estate setting on an expansive 1489 sqm approx. allotment showcases the beauty and luxury of ‘Byawatha’, a magnificent five bedroom, six bathroom family residence transformed for today throughout an extensive single-level interior integrating a stunning lift-accessed basement sanctuary. A distinguished, elevated façade framed by a glorious garden, reflects the opulent nature of this substantial home located just metres to Fintona and Camberwell Grammar. Revolving around a stunning north-facing entertainment oasis with an alfresco pavilion including a bathroom, limestone paving and a self-cleaning heated swimming pool, this extensive indoor-outdoor haven is state-of-the-art for everyday living and grand-scale gatherings. Heritage refinement at the entrance extends through a formal lounge room, executive study and a sitting area, all oriented to capture superb garden views. Within the heritage precinct of the home, there are three deluxe bedrooms with ensuites including a Primary Suite, where French doors open to an original terrazzo veranda. A custom-designed dressing room extends to a sublime ensuite incorporating a double shower, stone freestanding bath and French doors leading to the backyard entertainment area. A contemporary extension with accessibility to the basement garage and home cinema/bar via a lift, features two ground level bedrooms (ensuite, WIRs), powder rooms, and laundry (drying cupboard). The basement home cinema includes nine electric recliner seats, giving a full gold-class experience. A cocktail bar with drinks fridge and dishwasher sits adjacent to a lounge/games area with an amazing underwater pool window vista. A massive open-plan family living and dining zone with north-facing steel doors to the pool-side terrace adjoins a breathtaking marble kitchen, boasting high-end Sub Zero fridge/freezer and wine fridge, coupled with Wolf appliances (induction, gas, pyrolytic double oven, and steamer), Miele dishwasher, along with a spacious butler’s pantry. Additional features include a mud room, six-car remote control garage, two outside park out bays, automatic wrought iron gates, CCTV surveillance, alarm system, video intercom, 10-zone refrigerated heating/cooling, gas fireplace, three zoned speaker system, two Sony TVs, electric blinds, original decorative ceilings, European Oak herringbone parquetry, wine cellar, Vintec and Husky fridges and a pizza oven. ‘Byawatha’ is an illustrious landmark residence for a discerning family, that has recently been renovated and extended to the highest possible standards. This estate offers an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity amidst the quiet treelined streets of Balwyn’s keenly sought-after Reid Estate. Just nearby for the utmost convenience, are a range of excellent private schools, Belmont Park, trams and Deepdene and Balwyn shopping and café precincts.