17 Myrtle Road, Canterbury, Vic 3126 - More Details
$5,200,000-$5,600,000
A golden family opportunity in a dress circle position across from Boroondara Park and the Anniversary Trail, this luxuriously-renovated residence with a substantial self-contained apartment and an all-seasons alfresco oasis is a private, peaceful and secure domain of rare lifestyle appeal. Surrounded by a host of leading schools, this magnificent solid brick home c1924 is architecturally redefined and beautifully enhanced for the ultimate in large or intergenerational family living and entertaining.
Elevated on an expansive 946 sqm approx. allotment with side sealed-lane access, an elevated profile in a blue-ribbon pocket creates a stately presence concealing a vast family-focused setting of indoor-outdoor excellence and highly-coveted flexibility. Exquisitely adorned walls and ceilings, crystal chandeliers and oak parquetry flooring imbue an air of opulence throughout an extensive interior launched by a grand formal dining room, a sumptuous sitting room and a stunning bedroom with an ensuite.
A second ground-floor bedroom near an immaculate bathroom is complemented by additional accommodation on the first-floor of a further family bathroom along with two spacious bedrooms including a masterful air-conditioned main suite highlighted by a marble-lined ensuite, a fully-fitted study cum dressing room and a view overlooking the park.
At the rear is a contemporary showcase of space and sophistication headlined by a premium gourmet kitchen boasting an Ilve Majestic range cooker, Miele appliances including a steam oven, soft-close cabinetry and a huge island bench cleverly integrating separate sinks. A casual dining area and family living room bathing sunshine combine impressive garden outlooks and seamless access to an amazing outdoor terrace with a 12-metre pump-heated pool, infra-red sauna and an external shower.
A brilliantly designed deck will be the centre of attention for all of the family with its karaoke/entertainment system, speakers, heat-strips, ceiling fan, automatic louvre roof, electric awning and bifold doors to the pool. Other attributes of the home include a dedicated laundry, automatic toilets, hydronic heating, evaporative cooling, double-glazing, CCTV surveillance, alarm system and roof and wine storage.
The self-contained apartment is freestanding at the rear and perfect for the extended family or even an au pair, features an extra-large bedroom, walk-in robe, big bathroom, high-ceiling living and dining room (Jetmaster fireplace), full kitchen with a dishwasher, dedicated laundry, heating/cooling and a great-sized undercover terrace. There are also electric front gates for off-street parking as well as a rear-accessed remote-control garage.
Breathtaking in its beauty and ability to cater to intergenerational family needs, this first-class Canterbury sanctuary is a triumph of design, size and functionality close to Maling Road cafes and shops, Camberwell Junction retail-restaurant precinct, Canterbury Gardens, train station and elite private schools such as Camberwell Grammar and Fintona Girls’ School.
- Type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Parkings
- 2
- Area
- 946 m²
