THORNBURY \ 73 Raleigh Street A classy renovation has spared no expense in injecting a contemporary edge to period elegance of Lyndhurst, c1910. Immediately apparent is the effort made to retain the integrity of the Edwardian features as well as a commitment to quality fittings and fixtures. A big renovation in 2007 has overhauled interiors and exteriors in a seemingly faultless manner. An immaculate façade has a water feature, a return verandah, cast-iron lacework and a stained-glass bay window. Decorative stained-glass and art-nouveau tiles in fireplace surrounds are a highlight throughout the house and bring colour to the neutral palette. One of the two front bedrooms has a spectacular corner bay window. The main next door has a box-bay window, a walk-in wardrobe and en suite. Both bathrooms have imported Italian tiles, oversized frameless-glass showers and Caesarstone-topped vanities. Two further bedrooms follow; one leads to a side deck. Sydney blue-gum floors run through the living areas and work beautifully with the neutral tones, the decorative timber fireplace mantels, the Carrara marble in the kitchen and white plantation shutters throughout. The fresh, bright interiors are at their best in the rear north-facing open-plan area where indoor/ outdoor living is effortlessly achieved. A rear deck steps down to bluestone paving and space for more entertaining. \ EMMA HOUGHTON
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Nelson Alexander \ 9417 1956
Price \ $1.3 million – $1.4 million
Auction \ December 7 at 1pm
FITZROY NORTH \ 236-238 Park Street POSTCODE
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Jellis Craig 9481 6800 3
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1 Leonard Street, Northcote ................................................................. Price: $950,000 - $1 million ................................................................. Auction Saturday December 14 at 11.30am ................................................................. OFI Thurs 5.15-5.45pm; Sat 1-1.30pm .................................................................
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Woodards Carlton 9347 1755 3
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27 Dods Street, Brunswick ................................................................. Price: $690,000 - $760,000 ................................................................. Auction Saturday December 7 at 1.30pm ................................................................. OFI Thur 6-6.30pm; Sat 1-1.30pm .................................................................
Chambers \ 9489 9888
Price \ About $1.5 million
Auction \ December 7 at 11am
After more than three decades in the hands of the family of boxing champ Gilberto Biondi, this huge property, on a corner block covering almost 470 square metres, is a rare offering in a fantastic North Fitzroy location. Like a lean boxer, the house is built to impressive proportions, opening on a broad hallway with wood-panelled walls. Two large, front-facing bedrooms have detailed, soaring ceilings and wide windows. Two additional bedrooms, one sitting next to a sunroom or study, mean it’s perfect for a growing family. A large living room at the heart of the residence has a ceiling rose and spills through a brick archway to the similarly spacious dining room. A second arch leads through to the spacious U-shaped kitchen with meals area. There is a central bathroom with contrasting blue and white tiles. The rear of the property has plenty of space for storage or a home office, with a powder room and separate laundry. The large, paved backyard has a covered dining area and a vast garage that can accommodate up to four cars. \ STEPHEN A RUSSELL
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This Westgarth location provides an idyllic family backdrop to this delightful doublefronted three-bedroom residence. Quality conveniences and fabulous rear garden.
This captivating Edwardian beauty with north-facing courtyard offers a rare three-bedroom house in a quiet, non-thoroughfare location.
Let's eat lunch @ Foxy Brown, 31 South Cres, Northcote Let's eat dinner @ Estelle, 243 High Street, Northcote Let's drink coffee @ Bean Counter Café, 15 Railway Place, Fairfield
Let's eat lunch @ Wide Open Road, 274 Barkly Street Let's eat dinner @ Tom Phat, 184 Sydney Road Let's drink coffee @ Choukette, 318 Sydney Road
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