177-179 Gipps Street

East Melbourne VIC 3002

INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT
This significant East Melbourne residence has played an important role in many of Melbourne s pivotal events, particularly as the setting for meetings that subsequently resulted in the establishment of Australia's inaugural association of The Queen Victoria Hospital and the Victorian Medical Women's Association a body that persists to this day. Following a period where it performed with distinction as the Chrysalis Gallery, this illustrious property has been returned by spectacular renovation to its original role as a wonderful family home. Northern light graces the elegant Italianate sitting room that leads to a refined dining room, with its own butler s pantry and a series of superb everyday living and dining spaces featuring 300 year old Parisian oak floors and the contemporary contrast of a state-of-the-art kitchen. Above, accessed by stairs or a glass walled lift, four bedrooms and two bathrooms provide alluring accommodation, including a main bedroom accompanied by a romantic balcony, dressing room and stunning marble ensuite. A north-facing library enhances the appeal of this free standing residence surrounded by landscaped gardens, western courtyard with its original 1870 s tiled paving and a light-filled pavilion with bathroom overlooking the rear formal garden. Uncompromised luxury matches compelling character in a location acknowledged for its exceptional lifestyle advantages walking distance from the CBD and the MCG. Simply the best in the world s most liveable city! Additional features include wine cellar, excellent security, hydronic heating and cooling, automated sprinkler system and rear off street parking.