26 The Parade

Ascot Vale VIC 3032

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Exclusive Retreat on Rothwell Hill

Change your outlook forever with this one-of-a-kind Rothwell Hill residence that effortlessly connects inner and outer beauty. Designed for privacy, security and comfort on a 633-square-metre block on the corner of Bayview Terrace, the original Victorian residence (c.1890) at the front has been tastefully transformed and complemented by the refined rear extension that was completed in November 2019. Dubbed the Immersion House by Mitsuori Architects, the modernist-inspired project aims to provide an aspect from each room to maximise natural light and wellbeing amid functional spaces of immense appeal. Enhanced by countless quality inclusions such as keyless entry, filtered water and commercial-grade ventilation system to purge stale or toxic air, the executive residence melds old and new with aplomb throughout its 650 square metres of living space. But its low-maintenance outdoor spaces, highlighted by the gas-heated, 17.5m lap pool with infinity edge, add the year-round wow factor. The single-fronted period residence comprises a long hall with twin arches and brass picture rails, front lounge room with bay window and fireplace, and two bedrooms with picture rails and ceiling fans. The full-height mirror in the skylit bathroom enhances the freestanding Moda bath, shower, and vanity. The metallic-tiled powder room completes the original floorplan. Deploying glass, timber, metal, bluestone walls and exposed brickwork that link the home's rich past to the stress-free future, the industrial elegance of the three-level extension stands alone. The ground level includes an office with bespoke stringybark desk, steel staircase to the basement, feature timber staircase to the upper level, and the coffee prep zone. The burnished brass cabinetry in the kitchen (also used in the family room and library/kids room) and timber panelling immediately catches the eye. They partner the concrete island bench, Dekton benchtops, Miele appliances and side-by-side integrated Liebherr fridges. The butler's pantry also has a dumbwaiter, second dishwasher and integrated Liebherr freezer. Full-height sliding doors open from the living domain to the north-facing entertainment area, which includes a six-burner Beef Eater barbecue, pool toilet and low-maintenance gardens with integrated seating. The street-level double garage has a top-of-the-range car lift and three-phase power. Car aficionados will love the 370-square-metre basement level. Featuring parking for up to eight vehicles, the space includes a turntable for easy access in and out of the lift, and perimeter drainage for washing of vehicles. There is also a separate gym (wired as a theatre room) and laundry that doubles as a drying room. A gallery space that overlooks the light void (with retractable UV shade) is a fitting introduction to the upstairs level. The void separates the guest bedroom, which includes an en suite and ceiling fan, from the sumptuous master suite. The latter includes a dreamy walk-in robe with shoe display shelves, laundry chute, motorised blinds and en suite with double shower that is seemingly open to the heavens, Apaiser stone bath, twin-basin vanity, toilet and privacy screen. Hydronic heating, refrigerated cooling, polished concrete floors, monitored alarm and CCTV, Sonos sound system, DoorBird (gate security), app-controlled irrigation, sensor and garden lighting, are just some of the myriad easy-living features. The location is also hard to beat, with Union Road shops and cafes, train station, tram, quality schools, City Link access, Maribyrnong River walking and cycling trails, and Highpoint shopping and entertainment complex close at hand.