'The Vicarage' - Grand Family Living, Glorious Ranges Views
SOLD By Miles Real Estate.
A secluded, secure and sunlit family sanctuary with a swimming pool oasis and panoramic mountain views, 'The Vicarage' c1917 is a magnificent Federation residence from renowned architects Eggleston & Oakley on a substantial and elevated 932m2 corner allotment (approx) with deep frontage to Hawdon Street.
High-wall seclusion, CCTV surveillance, video intercom and dual remote-control doors for double carport access off Hawdon Street complement this landmark Heidelberg property where surrounded by established gardens and artisan ironwork by Malcolm Laurence stands a distinguished and timeless profile.
Authentic period character creates a gracious tone throughout a superbly modernised, two-level interior where a family can relax in private and peaceful comfort with an extensive floorplan of nine principal rooms offering exceptional flexibility for now and the future.
First-floor family accommodation consists of four spacious bedrooms with robes/storage and a contemporary bathroom (spa bath) with the impressive main suite including a walk-in robe, a stylish ensuite and a large private balcony commanding spectacular sweeping views north and east to the ranges.
A versatile ground-floor layout framed by high original ceilings and polished floorboards extends from a central hallway to a studio/consulting room or fifth bedroom, a fitted study/office and a powder room.
Designed for a family that loves to entertain, a superb granite-finished kitchen with multiple breakfast benches features a Smeg stainless-steel stove and a dishwasher, before a north-facing family/meals area.
A beautiful formal dining room with an Art Nouveau fireplace flows to a family living room (OFP) where French doors open out to an undercover entertainment deck (electric heat-strips) overlooking a glistening self-cleaning swimming pool and spa with gas and solar heating.
Also includes a laundry, ducted heating, split-system heating and cooling units, plantation shutters, copious roof storage and rainwater tank.
'The Vicarage' presents a rare lifestyle opportunity in an expansive family setting by the Burgundy Street precinct offering excellent proximity to the Austin and Mercy Hospitals, medical facilities, primary and private schools including Ivanhoe Grammar and Our Lady of Mercy College, train station, Warringal Shopping Centre, cafes, restaurants and Yarra River parkland.
