19 Elder Parade

Essendon VIC 3040

VALWINA" - surrounded by landscaped gardens on a vast corner allotment, this grand 4/5BR period residence presents an aspirational family lifestyle opportunity with its expanded two-level floorplan, quality features throughout and sensational poolside entertaining area. Positioned in one of Essendon's most sought-after pockets, the home's exceedingly versatile floorplan showcases a large upstairs master bedroom with WIR, private ensuite and retreat/study, together with three additional bedrooms (BIRs), home office/fifth bedroom and luxurious main bathroom complete with spa bath and in-floor heating. Adding to its fine family credentials is an elegant formal lounge, separate living room with gas-log fireplace and light-filled open family/dining area enhanced by a granite-bench kitchen with soft-close drawers, walk-in pantry, Miele dishwasher, AEG oven and induction cooktop. Along with ducted heating and refrigerated cooling the home also includes an alarm system, towering ceilings with ornate plasterwork, original lead-light windows, built-in workstations (study and home office), family-sized laundry and large attic storage space. Step outside to discover an expansive yet wonderfully private backyard featuring a large solar-heated pool and gas-heated spa, extensive brick-paved surrounds, undercover BBQ area (mains-connected) and lush garden surrounds with irrigation system, plus the added appeal of a secure double carport (remote-control rollerdoor) accessed via Forrester Street. Enviable Essendon convenience, it's close to an array of lifestyle attractions including local cafes and vibrant shopping precincts, the area's elite schools, Essendon Station, Mt Alexander Road trams and Buckley Street buses along with easy access to Citylink.