A premier parkside position, magnificent Victorian grandeur and 1,030sqm (11,086sqft approx) of blue ribbon land in the heart of Brighton's elite dress circle are just a few of exceptional attributes of this 4 bedroom plus study family residence. Treasured and enjoyed by one family for over 50 years this historic circa 1888 property opposite Wilson Reserve features exquisite period details including hand painted 14 ft ceilings with decorative roses, marble open fire places, a gracious façade and expansive sun drenched northerly gardens. A sweeping arched central hallway opens to a bay windowed formal lounge overlooking the park (open fire place & gas lighting) and grand scale dining (open fire place) stepping through French doors to a tessellated verandah, blue stone fountain & wide sunny garden is ideal for entertaining. A large kitchen with meals is classically appointed with stainless steel European appliances and rich timber cabinetry services the formal zone and an inviting wood paneled family room with built in bar, marble open fireplace, parquetry & access to a deep, leafy backyard. Original bedrooms, one with floor to ceiling robes & a stunning park aspect, and a travertine marble family spa bathroom & powder room complement an upstairs parents' haven featuring a treetop retreat/study and master with walk in robe & en suite. Other luxury extras include ducted heating, evaporative cooling, additional split systems in most rooms, monitored alarm, irrigation, water tanks and a rear access (enter Melville Lane) open sided double auto carport, workshop & outdoor WC. An idyllic family lifestyle awaits with this peerless home exclusively positioned on the doorstep of Brighton Grammar & Firbank, parks, Church & Bay Street shopping, dining & cinemas and close to the beach. For more information about this rare & exclusive family residence please contact David Hart at Buxton Brighton on 0417 541 933
