25 Almond Street, Caulfield SouthVIC

'Rathmines' – Meticulously renovated and maintained over two generations, this captivating 4 bedroom 3 bathroom timber c1917 Edwardian holds the heart of a family together. First time offered in 40 years, this light filled architect designed treasure enjoys a central hallway with timber fretwork, a charming lounge with open fireplace and opening to a private front paved patio; adjoining elegant dining room (decorative fireplace), a downstairs main bedroom (wall of fitted built in robes and porcelain ensuite), north facing open plan living with gorgeous box bay meals area, a chef's kitchen (commercial style Ilve oven and cooktop, Qasair range and Asko dishwasher), a 2nd double bedroom and a combined fitted laundry/guest bathroom. Kids will love the attic style bedrooms (BIRs) and their period style bathroom upstairs. A series of French doors open to a formal entertainer's garden, bordered by ornamental pear trees, featuring garden lighting, an irrigation system and fountain, while basking in the northern sun. Retaining its 12ft approx. ceilings and ceiling roses, this heartwarming gem is freshly painted, and features cedar doors and windows, ducted heating, air conditioning, ceiling fans, new carpet, amazing roof storage, a large powered shed and parking. In this family friendly locale, footsteps to the Melbourne Montessori School and Caulfield Primary School, walk to Princes Park, two trams and a host of shops and café options.