301/2A Berkeley Street, Hawthorn

The ultimate in boutique penthouse living, and a triumph of modern design in the prestigious Scotch Hill precinct. The Berkeley penthouse is a rare opportunity to secure a beautiful home in this exceptional, exclusive development of only seven residences designed by locally based, internationally renowned Carr Architecture & Interiors. Located in ones of Hawthorn's most prestigious tree lined streets, this spectacular top floor penthouse, offers refined contemporary quality in a state-of-the-art, low-rise setting with uninterrupted views, and all within minutes from Glenferrie Road shopping, restaurants, Kooyong Tennis Club, tram and train. With light-filled living of grand proportions and timeless design, the striking external facade of handmade Krause bricks paired with bronzed finishes, provides a stunning modern exterior. Wrapped in four private terraces spanning more than 125 metres, with curated garden beds and automated irrigation, designed by renowned landscape designer Jack Merlo, showcase uninterrupted views to the east and Melbourne's city skyline, ideal for alfresco entertaining and private enjoyment. With direct lift access to a private foyer featuring venetian plaster walls, opening to the first of exquisitely finished multiple living zones, featuring stunning built-in oak cabinetry and floor to ceiling windows enjoying abundant natural light and leafy landscaped easterly views. Refined luxury, the large Escea gas log fire enclosed in bespoke oak cabinetry centres the living and dining, perfectly accompanied by bronzed shelving and custom lighting, perfect for entertaining and private enjoyment. The entertainer's kitchen is enhanced by a huge honed Italian Serpeggiante limestone island bench, integrated waste bins, abundant storage zones with soft closing cabinetry, Miele appliances including integrated fridge and freezer, butler's pantry and laundry. A separate study area, and natural stone finished powder room with soaring ceilings and skylight. A master bedroom with two private terraces and superb views, bespoke joinery, walk-in robes, and master ensuite featuring limestone double vanity, large walk-in shower, WC and freestanding stone bath, while two further bedrooms, share a flawless central bathroom. This exceptional full floor residence features high ceilings, full height pivot doors, floor to ceiling double glazed windows, fully lined oak robes with light-dream automated lighting, electric blinds, sheer curtains, monitored security alarm, Daikin zoned heating and cooling, architectural lighting, custom fixtures, Parisi tapware, abundant storage and high-quality bespoke cabinetry throughout. With three generous on grade secure basement car spaces and abundant storage zones complete the perfect package to this exceptional home. The Berkeley penthouse is simply unsurpassed low-maintenance modern living in a revered location minutes from Melbourne's most sought after attractions. Open for Inspections are by appointment.