96 Walpole Street, KewVIC

Renovated and restored ‘Braeside’ c1880 has been entirely transformed by the current owners from its elegant Hawthorn brick origins to produce a remarkable amalgamation of heritage and contemporary design, a breathtaking blend of luxury and period perfection.

Positioned proudly on 1007sqm approx. this exceptionally proportioned Victorian home with highly detailed specification and monochrome palette boasts tessellated return verandah, soaring ceilings, triple arched hallway, custom European Oak herringbone timber flooring and four substantial bedrooms with ornate fireplaces. The Master bedroom boasting a large walk-in robe with custom designed cabinetry flowing through to the ensuite with heated flooring and heated towel rails.

A light-filled North-facing formal lounge room with Italianate marble fireplace complements the expansive informal living and dining space with an Oblica fireplace designed for entertaining all year round. The heart of the home, a spectacular Chef’s kitchen, featuring large slabs of natural stone and refined metal work, incorporates a butler’s pantry, bespoke custom joinery with integrated double fridge/freezer and concealed bar for entertaining.

This home showcases an inspired commitment to enduring style and quality, a thoughtful renovation all the way through to the alfresco terrace and heated pool/spa, with beautifully landscaped gardens, outdoor Jetmaster fireplace and Bromic (ceramic radiant) heating, secured pedestrian gate and intercom with automatic vehicle entry gates. Downstairs showcases the original bluestone foundations that leads to the home theatre/rumpus room, double car garage, gym, large workshop and storage.

Positioned in a coveted Kew location rich with amenity and in proximity to elite public and private schooling, tram and freeway, this remarkable home also features plantation shutters, period light fittings combined with bespoke hand-blown light fittings, Apaiser bath and basins, reverse cycle heating/air-conditioning, security monitoring system, double garage and auto-gates.