140 Gatehouse Street, Parkville, Vic 3052

Privately tucked away with extensive 14m frontage behind a high-wall native garden opposite Royal Park, this substantial Victorian residence on an expansive double block presents a rare Parkville opportunity with park and city views. Rear access to wide lane and a multi-car garage with remote-control roller door and workshop area enhance the excellent city-edge convenience offered by this tightly-held freestanding home on a 552 sq. metre allotment (approx.) in the University High School zone. An imposing classical façade with original wrought-iron lacework reveals an impressively large interior with a family-focused, 4 bedroom floorplan accentuated by high period ceilings, marble open fireplaces and French door access to the surrounding gardens. A light and inviting, grand arched hallway entrance on polished floorboards leads to elegant sitting and dining rooms, a great-sized rear living room, family meals area and a spacious sky-lit kitchen with European appliances, walk-in pantry and ample cupboard space before a bathroom and a generous laundry. Upstairs accommodation complemented by a second bright bathroom includes 4 distinctive and well-lit bedrooms while there is also ducted heating, split-system air-conditioning, ample built-in wardrobes, linen cupboards, storage cupboards plus balcony overlooking Royal Park, paved entertainment terrace and a third bathroom in the garage. A Grand Dame on Gatehouse Street that’s classically comfortable with exceptional potential, this magnificent residence represents a remarkable opening for a family with its extraordinary size, huge garden, outstanding access, parkland setting and proximity to the city. Ideally located only moments to Melbourne University, Royal Melbourne & Children’s Hospitals, restaurant/café precincts, shopping, trams, Queen Victoria Market and schools.