407 Glenferrie Road

Malvern VIC 3144

Resembling a grand English countryside home, set on 1765m2 (approx.) of lush grounds of box hedges with a wide circular driveway, exuding charismatic charm, stately stature and a sense of fairy-tale belonging. With solid brick construction, it's as though the rest of the world disappears whilst indoors, easily getting lost in the ornate detail of tall, embellished ceiling work, intricate brick fireplaces, ornate light sconces and chandeliers, and timber highlights, as you wander through the numerous expansive rooms.
Providing commodious living areas and accommodation over three levels, plus a basement double garage accessible via Benson Avenue, with internal entry into the grand foyer. The ground floor comprises of a beautiful sun-filled lounge of grand proportion, with an inviting central open fireplace and an adjoining rumpus/billiards room overlooking the pool and tennis court; a fully-fitted library with extensive shelving and open fireplace; elegant dining room with cosy fireplace and adjacent bar leading outside to a private courtyard; a central kitchen/meals room with deep granite benches, timber cabinetry and Ilve/Asko appliances; plus a guest bedroom with built-in robes and ensuite. Accessible from nearly every room, a stone terrace wraps around the rear of the home, bathing in sunlight with views over the grass tennis court and in-ground pool. Upstairs, three bedrooms plus study/4th bedroom, sitting room, and modern bathroom with lavish freestanding bath, with the master including an immense dressing room, two-way granite ensuite and gorgeous Juliet balcony. Furthermore, two attic-style bedrooms with cooling include built-in robes and window benches, with a central marble bathroom.
Offering an extremely comfortable lifestyle with ducted heating and cooling throughout, security alarm, automated gates and intercom, plus an enormous basement cellar and storage room. Located just a short walk to Gardiner's Creek walking and cycling trails and Kooyong Station, with multiple trams delivering you to Camberwell, St Kilda and City, and close proximity to the Monash freeway. An abundance of nearby shopping destinations include Toorak Village, High Street/Glenferrie Rd Armadale, and Stockland Tooronga, whilst surrounded by elite private colleges including Lauriston Girls', De La Salle, Scotch College and St Kevin's College.