741 Park Street

Brunswick VIC 3056

'Clifton HousenCapture this unique opportunity to make this 'Grand Dame' of Brunswick your own legacy. Rich with period detail from the high Victorian era, this extra-wide double storey terrace is a jewel in the crown of Park Street. Walking over the historic tessellated tiling at the elaborate entry way, you will know this home has enormous potential to be encouraged. The expansive, formal grand terrace structure currently consists of: Formal welcome lounge, filled with touches of original Victoriana. The room is crowned by two large arched windows which fill the room with light and views of lush Royal Park. Massive high ceilings, a large original decorative ceiling rose and an Italian marble fireplace with tile detail add to the grandeur of this space.
Further along the monumental hallway, rich with neoclassic plaster work pediments, you will find a bedroom/study. This room also has a marble fireplace and quaint views to the garden via sash windows. There is a central living zone with tessellated tile floors and gas heater, which leads to the contemporary kitchen. The kitchen which is designed in neutral blonde tones and features plentiful storage, gas cooker and large pantry. To the rear of the home is a casual meals area which has a great view of the traditional cottage garden. This garden area is spacious and has two water tanks as well as a workshop and garage suitable for one car via ROW to the rear of the home. S.T.C.A there is potential for a second park onsite.
As you ascend to the top floor of the home, you alight a dramatic staircase which begins with opulent original balustrade and culminates in a view out of a stunning sash window. A beautiful ballroom or formal lounge/dining hall with glowing polished floorboards gazes out across Royal Park, framed by three decorative windows leading to a promenade balcony. Crowned by a beautiful plaster ceiling rose and highlighted with a iItalian marble fireplace, this room recalls of the past beauty of 'Clifton House'. Period architecture from Melbourne's boom era simply cannot be imitated, with its grand proportions and decorative flourishes. Embrace the past and redesign a future classic for your next generation in 'Clifton House'.