A perfect example of connected yet spacious family living, beautiful ‘Kathleen’ combines expansive proportions with contemporary comforts, fabulous indoor-outdoor entertaining and a swimming pool set amid stunning greenery.Stepping onto the property induces an alluring sense of serenity. Lush established gardens and a weaving pathway lead to the front door.Inside, a welcoming entrance hall reveals double height ceiling, formal and informal living and dining spaces, four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a separate study.On the market for the first time in 50 years, glorious garden outlooks define every room of this home whose flexible floorplan is ideally suited to growing families. Perfect for entertaining from children’s parties through to teenage events and fabulous family functions, the super spacious ground level effortlessly caters for every occasion, large or small.The north-facing living room flows through to an elegant formal lounge room, made cosy by a gas fireplace and bi-fold doors; while a sun-soaked dining room overlooks the pool. A kitchen/meals area enjoys timber cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and ample storage.Outside, the established garden continues to promote seclusion and tranquillity. The solar-heated, salt water pool is complemented by a gas plumbed BBQ and paved terrace area. Relax with a coffee and a good book in the atrium, entertain family and friends overlooking the pool or enjoy tranquil treetop vistas and a cocktail on the vast first-floor deck - with so many options, life here is blissful.Back inside, four bedrooms include the spacious downstairs main bedroom with front garden views, a walk-in robe, extensive built-in robes and twin-vanity ensuite. Take the spiral timber staircase up to the first floor where two additional bedrooms, with built-in robe / walk-in robe, share a sparkling central bathroom; while downstairs, at the rear, a fourth bedroom with walk-in robe and powder room enjoys gorgeous views across the pool. An adjoining study with built-in shelving provides the ideal work from home environment.Further enhanced by ground floor spa bathroom, split-system air conditioners in the living and dining area and three bedrooms, concealed Euro laundry, work shed and auto carport with rear access.Families are sure to love the peaceful location, just a short stroll to Seaview Village shops, restaurants and cafes, bus services, Illaroo Reserve, Mentone Girls’ Secondary College and the beach. Zoned for Beaumaris Secondary College, this outstanding property is also in close proximity to local primary schools, Royal Melbourne Golf Club, Cheltenham and Mentone train stations and excellent private schools.For more information about this much loved family home contact James Colyvan or Romana Altman at Buxton Sandringham.
