31 Darling Street, South Yarra

Defined by impressive dimensions for entertaining and everyday living, this substantial family home in one of South Yarra's most iconic streets is just a short stroll to the Botanical Gardens, Fawkner Park, Toorak Road's boutiques, cafes, restaurants and transport. An oasis of tranquillity and privacy, in the one family for the past 25 years, it also includes a very rare double garage plus additional off-street parking. The elevated entrance leads to beautifully proportioned light-filled interiors, highlighted by parquetry flooring, high ceilings and timber and stone finishes. Beyond the reception foyer, the expansive formal living room with a gas fireplace and extensive built-in cabinetry has views to the street, while the adjoining dining room with capacity for a 12-seater dining table echoes the home's enormous dimensions. The kitchen and informal meals area, with granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances and fitted pantry, is wrapped in walls of glass with doors opening to the sun-drenched Northern courtyard. Beyond the kitchen, the equally impressive family room has a wall of custom-made storage and a study area. It opens seamlessly to the private, paved courtyard garden for relaxed outdoor entertaining. Venture up the handsome timber staircase to the first floor where the main bedroom with a Juliet balcony includes a large fitted walk-in wardrobe and pristine white marble ensuite with twin vanities. Two additional double bedrooms, both with access to decks and enchanting views, share a central skylit spa bathroom. More features of this exceptional home are the powder room, laundry, ducted heating, cooling and alarm system. Families are sure to love the brilliant location, walking distance to Toorak Road, trams, South Yarra Station, Chapel Street and the Como Centre. Melbourne Girls Grammar, Melbourne Boys Grammar and Melbourne Boys' High School is just a short stroll, while some of Melbourne's finest schools are an easy commute away.