Be embraced by timeless craftsmanship and enduring charm in this exceptional post-Federation Californian Bungalow, lovingly held by one family for 56 years and proudly positioned within Eaglemont's prestigious Mount Eagle Estate.
Here, ceilings soar, space is generous, and family life unfolds at an unhurried pace.
This two-storey residence (c.1920s) celebrates its heritage character, from original sash windows and a terracotta tiled roof to 3.0 decorative ceilings and detailed weatherboard construction. French doors open to the entry porch-an enclosed glass sunroom bathed in eastern sunlight-stretching along the front of the home with tranquil garden views, connecting indoors with nature.
Through paired timber doors, a wide entry and soaring ceiling immediately captivate, revealing untapped potential. The master bedroom, with views to the front garden, and a second bedroom separated by a bathroom provide ease of living on the ground floor. Adjacent formal lounge and dining rooms retain original proportions and period detailing, offering a grand introduction to the home's rare scale and panoramic windows. The kitchen and meals area connect seamlessly to a raised timber deck with vistas to the expansive rear garden, with established planting, paved areas, and scope to reimagine.
A brick-paved side drive leads to a period carport with exposed trusses and terracotta tiles, designed for versatility and heritage appeal. Beyond, a flexible studio or workshop sits beneath a beloved 120-year-old oak tree.
The thoughtfully added upper level, introduced in the late 1980s, enhances functionality while maintaining the home's enduring spirit. Sweeping city skyline views are enjoyed from the rumpus room and two upstairs bedrooms, served by a bathroom. The elevated position offers a prized vantage in this tightly held pocket of Eaglemont.
Set on a substantial 877 sqm (approx.), this generous landholding offers exciting scope for renovation, extension, or redevelopment (STCA), with ample space to shape a new vision while preserving timeless character.
Additional features include ducted heating, a gas fireplace, an alarm system, intercom with camera, and original timber floorboards ready to reveal their charm.
Ideally positioned for lifestyle and convenience, the home is moments from Eaglemont Village cafés and train station, East Ivanhoe boutiques, and Ivanhoe's renowned dining precinct. Families will appreciate proximity to Ivanhoe East Primary School, Our Lady of Mercy College, Ivanhoe Grammar, Ivanhoe Girls' Grammar, and La Trobe University.
Framed by Burley Griffin-designed parklands and close to Yarra River trails, golf courses, the Austin and Mercy Hospitals, and the Eastern Freeway, this is a rare opportunity to secure a distinguished family home of character, scale, and future potential in one of Melbourne's most sought-after locales.
Property ID: #L37396660
