8 High Street South, Kew

A secluded, high-wall landscaped courtyard entry reveals the classic Victorian faade of this superb family residence blending flexible accommodation, quality features and stunning rear pool-side entertainment oasis with direct access to the wonderful parkland backdrop of peaceful Foley Reserve. One of the area's earliest homes, the transformation from former dairy to family sanctuary is outstanding and with private schools and excellent amenities all nearby, the lifestyle on offer is absolutely first-class. Beautiful period detail including an arched hallway, high ceiling roses, stained glass windows and open fireplaces adorn the original section of the home with its versatility immediately on show. Opening to a north-side private courtyard, the executive study with marble fireplace would also function perfectly as a sitting room, while a formal lounge room adjacent provides a perfect 5th bedroom option. Further are three bedrooms with built-in robes, a powder room, laundry and a family bathroom. Enjoying a delightful rear garden outlook, a separate wing with French doors to a large wrap-around deck incorporates the main bedroom that leads to a walk-in robe and a double-shower ensuite. An open plan kitchen with large walk -in pantry, Miele induction cooktop, integrated dishwasher, AEG oven and boil/chill Zip tap adjoins spacious family dining and living areas with a Jetmaster OFP and daybed on a limestone hearth, picture windows and wide sliding doors, plus there is a separate study with ample storage. An idyllic space to relax and entertain, the landscaped rear garden bathing in sunshine features a huge timber deck, manicured lawn and hedges, a self-cleaning solar heated swimming pool and secure gate to a local parkland gem in Foley Reserve. Other features of the home include hydronic heating, air-conditioning, monitored alarm system, polished Jarrah floors, plantation shutters, garden irrigation and remote-control double garage. This impressive Victorian residence which harmoniously blends period details with contemporary style is ideal for a family in a remarkably convenient location within easy walking distance to leading schools, the park, trams, Ocha restaurant and Morrison's Caf, while only moments to Kew Junction, Glenferrie Road and Hawthorn West Village.