2 Rae Street, Hawthorn

High on Auburn Hill, this expansive solid brick residence offers period style and contemporary comforts to create an unmatched family lifestyle close to leading private schools, shopping and transport. Behind its original red brick tuck-pointed period faade complete with graceful verandah and gabled roofline this home has been totally rebuilt to deliver five bedrooms, three bathrooms, multiple living zones and the potential for city skyline views (STCA) . Generously proportioned interiors feature high ceilings, cornices, original leadlight windows, hardwood timber floorboards and exquisite original fireplaces. The gracious reception leads to a spacious formal living room with a beautifully tiled fireplace and front garden aspects, while the adjoining dining room with a romantic window seat set below a leadlight window, creates endless possibilities for entertaining on a grand scale. The well-equipped kitchen, with stone benchtops and stainless-steel appliances and excellent storage is open plan to the large informal family room featuring a solid Oregon timber and glass door connecting to the back garden, outdoor living area and double garage. Five bedrooms include the main suite downstairs with a stylish ensuite with dual vanity. Also, downstairs, a guest bedroom and equally well-equipped bathroom, are located in a private wing. Three more bedrooms are located upstairs. All have built-in robes and are served by a substantial contemporary central bathroom plus a separate powder room with basin. This level is also infused with northern light and views across the treetops to Kew. Additional features of this generous residence are plantation shutters throughout, laundry, skylights ducted heating, cooling and security and double garage with side access entry. Matched for comfort and style by its ultra-convenient location, this appealing home is walking distance to a range of schools, including Carey, MLC, Ruyton, Xavier and Trinity. It is also just a short stroll to Auburn Village, Auburn Station, Swinburn University and Glenferrire Road with its array of cafes, shops and lifestyle offerings.