This stunning corner Victorian residence c1876 is positioned in 'Canterbury Terrace', Melbourne's longest row of terraces in a privileged East Melbourne location between Fitzroy Gardens and Darling Square. It is highlighted by a distinctive façade featuring cast iron picket fence and tessellated tile verandahs plus a highly decorative parapet including moulded cornices, arches and rosettes. Soaring ceilings with ornately decorated roses and cornices provide a glimpse of high society during its era and evoking memories of a bygone era in Melbourne's heyday. A winner of special commendation at the Master Builder's best renovation in 2018 the home's generous extended interior showcases the elegance of the era featuring an arched hallway with wide Oak flooring leading to an elegant sitting room and formal dining both with marble OFPs; plus a powder room. Through to a light-filled contemporary marble and timber kitchen equipped with premium VZug appliances and Liebherr integrated fridge/freezer including a family living or dining area opening to a north-east terrace with built-in gas barbeque - ideal for indoor/outdoor entertaining. The main staircase leads upstairs to a study area, two generous bedrooms, both with ensuites, including a sumptuous main with a dual access WIR and front balcony with City skyline views. A second staircase leads downstairs to the basement with heated polished concrete floors, temperature controlled cellar, laundry, second powder room and informal living room with a bar; plus a third bedroom with ensuite and a remote double garage with a car stacker and rear lane access. All three main levels are serviced by a modern lift. Other comprehensive appointments include a video intercom, alarm, security camera, hydronic heating, ducted cooling, two gas FPs, luxurious fully-tiled bathrooms, full C-Bus wiring throughout and whole-of-house wireless audio, electric vehicle charging station, plantation shutters and exceptional storage. Delivering a highly desirable inner city home for those seeking an opportunity to take advantage of the vibrant lifestyle available in the East Melbourne precinct. Situated in arguably one the area's finest positions within walking distance of the CBD through Fitzroy Gardens to a myriad of restaurants, wine bars and shops or Melbourne's world renowned Sporting and Arts precincts. Also, it is only moments from public transport options, close to the Botanical Gardens, South Yarra, Fitzroy or Richmond precincts - all adding to the lifestyle benefits enjoyed by local residents.