17 George Street

Lilydale VIC 3140

A lovely, wide central hallway through the front door gives you access to all areas of the home.
Designed to suit all occasions from preparing a delicious meal and entertaining guests to relaxing after a long day at work the open-plan kitchen and dining area is a sight to behold featuring recently added black butt wooden floorboards throughout.
Full of surprises the updated kitchen cleverly combines wooden tones with the use of Caesar stone bench tops and top of the range appliances. A commercial style ILVE oven with gas cook top and wok burner sits brilliantly into a built-in range hood, tiled splash back and two hidden adjacent spice racks which spring out as required.

An enclosed appliance cupboard, dishwasher, pantry, well designed corner cupboards which provide extended access and slow closing draws complete a fantastic hub.
Currently set up as a study and sitting area, this convenient living space separates the first of three bedrooms and a small staircase up to a storage attic or what was previously used as a teenager's retreat equipped with built-in shelving.
The impressive hallway separates the front rooms from the back but cleverly connects the living and bedroom spaces.
The master bedroom is a place to retreat, reflect and rejuvenate featuring walk-in robe, ensuite and great views to the front of the property.
A formal lounge room with polished original floorboards and ornamental fireplace is a warming spot to bring the family together while a third living space or fourth bedroom at the front of the home features split-system air-conditioning.
The cheerful family bathroom includes original stone flooring, a corner vanity, separate shower and claw foot bath.
Practical and functional, the separate laundry enjoys views and access to the magnificent backyard.
Double glass doors and security screens lead out to the multi-tiered backyard which reveals a few secrets of its own. A paved outdoor entertaining area with built-in barbecue and pergola lead to a set of bluestone steps obtained from an historic jail many years ago.
According to its current owners, the second level of the yard is paved with 100+ year old pavers from the South Yarra Brick Co which operated in Melbourne from 1869 until the late 1930s. This area provides plenty of seating options while a third level is fully grassed and has access to a wooden garden shed, water tank and vegetable patch.
The list of extras here is long and includes:
lock-up garage with internal and external access, gas ducted heating, split-system air-conditioning and ceiling fans, original picture wall trimming throughout, alarm system, security doors, key lock windows, lead-light cedar doors, water feature and pond, original decorative ceiling decor and light fittings, some original light switches and second water tank.
Finally, the current owners have also obtained permits to build a back verandah and front carport which the new purchasers will be able to do at their own leisure.
Located in a great position to walk to Main Street, Yarra Valley Shopping Centre, Melba Park, local schools and with easy access to Maroondah Highway and Eastlink, if you're purchasing 'Girraween' you're purchasing a piece of history with an enviable lifestyle attached.