Brilliantly enhanced with a sophisticated contemporary transformation, this Melbourne home blends grandeur and beauty situated on approximately 1,354sqm in a location steps from the St Kilda Foreshore.

The two-level property is one of St Kilda's most captivating family homes, featuring a north-facing pool, luxurious interiors, and off-street secure parking for up to 6 cars, including rear access to a double garage.

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Originally built in 1904, the Queen Anne Federation residence was one of St Kilda’s grandest early homes. Over the years, it has been meticulously restored and transformed by its owners, who preserved its heritage features, such as leadlight windows and ornate ceilings, while enhancing it with modern luxuries like a violet marble kitchen and sunken lounge.

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“This 120-year old masterpiece combines timeless elegance with modern luxury, set on a rare third of an acre in the heart of St Kilda,” Ben Manolitsas told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND.

“With its north-facing pool, expansive gardens, and seamless blend of heritage features and contemporary design, it offers a one-of-a-kind family lifestyle just steps from beachside amenities.”

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The enchanting façade, with its spectacular leadlight bay windows and a checkerboard marble verandah, invites you inside via a grand entrance, leading to formal living and dining rooms, which seamlessly connect to a gourmet kitchen - the perfect setting for lavish entertaining. 

The statement kitchen features violet marble benchtops, Smeg oven, Liebherr fridge and premium appliances, a butler's pantry that includes a wine fridge. 

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A sunken lounge offers seamless access to the expansive rear garden, complete with a BBQ kitchen and a heated pool and spa, naturally shaded by towering trees and lush irrigated greenery, ensuring absolute privacy and tranquillity.

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Period details remain in the striking primary suite on the ground floor, including leadlight bay window, high ornate ceilings, a breathtaking rosa marble ensuite, and a bespoke dressing room. Accommodation extends to four additional sumptuous bedrooms, including an elegant guest suite upstairs with an Italian marble ensuite. 

A dedicated home office and sunroom, each with bay windows to stunning gardens, provide versatility, while a new architectural studio features an upper-level living room with a balcony and a luxe marble bathroom.

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The home’s other advanced amenities include ducted heating and cooling, Baltic pine and engineered oak flooring, laundry/mudroom, automated garden irrigation, an extensive cellar, intercom and thriving vegetable gardens.

Located in a prestigious neighbourhood flanked by the area's renowned beachside dining spots, city-bound trams, and esteemed schools are close by.

Source: Marshall White 

To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Ben Manolitsas of Marshall White or Oliver Bruce of Marshall White or Melissa Baile of Marshall White via the contact form below. 

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