2/49 Fortuna Avenue

Croydon VIC 3136

Delivering an enviable peaceful and private lifestyle in an idyllic garden enclave, this updated single-level brick villa presents an exceptional opportunity for young or small families, and downsizers alike. Showcasing leafy garden views from every room, the home also boasts a prized north-facing orientation flowing to a sundrenched alfresco terrace and landscaped backyard, an impressively spacious kitchen, an ensuite master bedroom, and an enchanting elevated mountain outlook.Set just a short stroll from Tarralla Creek Trail, Eastfield Park and buses, the home is also within walking distance of Cheong Park, Aquahub, Town Park, and Swinburne University. Croydon Station and Main Street shops are less than five minutes drive, with Maroondah Hospital, Dorset Recreation Reserve and Eastland Shopping Centre also close by. Zoned for both Dorset Primary School and Melba Secondary College, the location is near Tintern Grammar, Yarra Valley Grammar, Aquinas College, Luther College, Sacred Heart Primary School, and Good Shepherd Primary School.Secluded within a beautifully maintained pocket of homes, the residence is framed by manicured hedges, colourful standard roses and camellias, and four prolific citrus trees. An inviting undercover entry captures a stunning view to the east, with space to sit and enjoy the sunrise.A generous open plan layout encompasses separately zoned living and dining spaces, with floor-to-ceiling north-facing windows bathing the space in natural light. Sliding doors extend to a sunny undercover terrace with ample room for relaxed alfresco dining, overlooking a securely fenced backyard with a lush lawn, fragrant star jasmine, a firepit seating area, and a large established veggie patch with enriched high-yield soil. Perfectly designed for families, the entire backyard is visible from the living, dining and kitchen zones.An impressively proportioned open plan kitchen features extensive storage with deep drawers, a substantial island breakfast bar, a brand-new LG stainless steel dishwasher, a gas oven, and a large gas cooktop.Poised at the front of the home to capture the leafy mountain vista, the spacious master bedroom includes a walk-in wardrobe and a private ensuite with a rainfall shower. Separately zoned to the rear, two additional bedrooms are equipped with built-in wardrobes, and are complemented by an airy central bathroom with a rainfall shower, a separate bathtub, and a convenient separate powder room.The rear two bedrooms and bathroom can be easily separated from the main living areas via a sliding door, offering excellent flexibility for downsizers, guests, teenagers, or energy-efficient living. All bedrooms are ideally positioned on the south side of the home, reducing early morning light and heat during the summer months. Featuring Daikin four-zone ducted refrigerated heating and cooling, 6.2kW of solar panels with a 5kW inverter and 10kWh battery storage, superior roof insulation, ceiling fans throughout the bedrooms, ducted vacuuming, LED downlights, updated bathroom fixtures, toilets and basins, roller blinds with privacy sheers, external shade blinds, security screen doors, a lock-up shed, and a full laundry with direct outdoor access, the home also includes a remote double lock-up garage with additional driveway parking and ample visitor parking nearby.Disclaimer: The information contained herein has been supplied to us and is to be used as a guide only. No information in this report is to be relied on for financial or legal purposes. Although every care has been taken in the preparation of the above information, we stress that particulars herein are for information only and do not constitute representation by the Owners or Agent.