16-18 Arkarra Court, Croydon North

Subscribe to regular market updates. Offering rare lifestyle retreat for growing families, this graceful c.1920s character weatherboard home showcases impeccably presented interiors across an expansive single-level floorplan. Nestled amidst nearly half an acre of lush private garden grounds with an impressive north-facing alfresco deck overlooking a heated swimming pool and enchanting landscaped gardens, the home enjoys exceptional tranquillity in a serene parkside setting. Directly adjacent to leafy Warrien Reserve Walk parkland, and just a short stroll from Warrien Reserve Playground and buses on Maroondah Highway, the home is also moments from Croydon North shops and Coles, Esther Park, and Hochkins Ridge Flora Reserve. A quick seven-minute drive from both Mooroolbark and Croydon Stations, and zoned for Croydon Hills Primary School and Mooroolbark College, the location is also in close reach of Yarra Valley Grammar, Luther College, Good Shepherd Primary School, McAdam Square shops, and Chirnside Park Shopping Centre. At the entry, an elegant formal living and dining room features a charming bay window seat and a fireplace, creating an inviting haven for welcoming guests. A spacious separate open plan living and dining area includes a second fireplace, and flows seamlessly out to an expansive wraparound deck for effortless large-scale entertaining. The deck overlooks a sprawling backyard sanctuary with a solar-heated swimming pool framed by a sundrenched paved deck, two large lawns, a chicken coop, and beautifully landscaped gardens with an array of established fruit trees. Opening directly out to the deck, an additional rumpus room provides flexibility for families as they grow, also perfect for use as a large home office with direct separate access. The airy open plan kitchen includes an island breakfast bar, quality hardwood Jarrah benchtops and cabinetry, a convenient bifold servery window to the alfresco area, and quality stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and 900mm freestanding Glem electric oven with gas cooktop. Secluded at the entry, the oversized master bedroom comprises a walk-in wardrobe and a modern private ensuite with a shower and bathtub. Four additional bedrooms are set alongside a flexible study / sixth bedroom, and are complemented by a central bathroom with shower and toilet. Certain to delight children and guests, a clever sliding bookshelf conceals a hidden staircase ascending to a large 4m x 3.7m attic space. Offering excellent additional storage, the attic space is also ideal for use as a kids’ playroom or quiet study. Featuring ducted heating, split system air conditioning, LED downlights, a full laundry with direct outdoor access, and a large water tank, the property also includes a remote three-car lock-up garage with a substantial powered and plumbed workshop. Ample additional off-street parking is available, with space for multiple cars and a boat, caravan or trailer. Disclaimer: The information contained herein has been supplied to us and is to be used as a guide only. No information in this report is to be relied on for financial or legal purposes. Although every care has been taken in the preparation of the above information, we stress that particulars herein are for information only and do not constitute representation by the Owners or Agent. Croydon Hills Primary School Campaspe Drive Croydon Hills Croydon Secondary College 9-13 Holloway Road Croydon North Plymouth Rd Croydon Manchester Primary School Monomeith Street Mooroolbark Good Shepherd Lutheran Primary 53-57 Plymouth Rd Croydon Hills 15 - 49 Old Melbourne Rd Chirnside Park 186 Manchester Road Mooroolbark Ruskin Park Primary School 18 - 20 Ruskin Ave Croydon Croydon Community School Cnr Mt Dandenong Rd & Anzac St Croydon 35 Wicklow Avenue 35 Wicklow Avenue Croydon Croydon West Primary School Hinkley Ave Croydon St Peter Julian Eymard Reay Road Mooroolbark Pembroke Secondary College Cambridge Road Mooroolbark Bimbadeen Heights Primary School Hayrick Lane Mooroolbark Chirnside Park Primary School Kimberley Drive Chirnside Park Maroondah Secondary College 20 Brentnall Road Croydon Yarra Valley Grammar Kalinda Road Ringwood Kalinda Primary School 39-49 Kalinda Road Ringwood Melbourne Rudolf Steiner School 213 Wonga Road Warranwood Warranwood Primary School 1 Wellington Park Drive Warranwood Rolling Hills Primary School 52 Landscape Drive Mooroolbark Mooroolbark East Primary School Taylor Road Mooroolbark Dorset Primary School Rescorla Avenue Croydon Pembroke Primary School Pembroke Road Mooroolbark Kilsyth Primary School Durham Road Kilsyth Croydon Special Developmental School 69-95 Belmont Road East Croydon St Richard's Primary School 672 Mount Dandenong Road Kilsyth 197-199 Cardigan Road Mooroolbark Mullum Primary School 18 Panfield Avenue Ringwood