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4 Wiltshire Drive, Kew
Brimming with the elegance of 19th-century Italianate architecture, this extraordinary home seamlessly blends heritage charm with contemporary luxury. Nestled within the tower of Kew Cottage’s administration building and surrounded by 25 acres of lush botanical gardens, the residence offers a rare combination of privacy, resort-style amenities, and an unbeatable inner-city location just 5km from the CBD.
Pressed metal ceilings soar 13 feet above stunning Oak parquet floors, creating an incredible sense of space in the vast living domains. Every room is a masterpiece of period craftsmanship, adorned with decorative cast-iron fireplaces, arched windows, and intricate cornices, harmonized beautifully with today’s modern comforts.
Designed for both grand entertaining and everyday living, the separate lounge and dining rooms are bathed in natural light, capturing picturesque garden views. The chic kitchen is a statement in both style and function, featuring stone benchtops and splashbacks, Smeg and Bosch appliances, and near-endless storage. A large island bar with integrated dining invites lively gatherings, casual meals, and after-school snacks.
Two private balconies extend the living space, offering a serene setting for alfresco dining while gazing across the treetops to a dazzling city skyline. Above, beneath an awe-inspiring 24-foot ceiling with exposed beams, a secluded retreat within the tower provides an ideal space for children to play or for an artist’s inspiration to flourish.
The home’s accommodation is thoughtfully zoned for privacy and relaxation. The first floor boasts two spacious robed bedrooms and a contemporary bathroom, while the second floor hosts a third bedroom with a two-way ensuite. The top level reveals a charming attic-style bedroom with a built-in study, plus a versatile mezzanine space adaptable to your needs.
Enhanced by modern luxuries, including hydronic heating, split-system air conditioning, secure swipe entry, and video intercom, this home offers an unparalleled lifestyle within a secure, gated community. The expansive 25-acre grounds provide endless recreation, including a heated outdoor pool, tennis and basketball courts, a bowling green, a gym, BBQ facilities, playgrounds, and a function room.
Complete with two carparks, this prestigious inner-city residence has everything within reach, elite public and private schools moments away, and effortless access to Kew Junction’s vibrant cafés, shopping, the Yarra River’s scenic trails, and the Eastern Freeway.
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