Please note this property may sell at any time prior to the closing date. SALE BY SET DATE CLOSES TUESDAY 21ST FEBRUARY 2023 AT 5.00PM (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) Sensationally positioned on 550sqm (approx.) in esteemed Moonee Ponds, this c1890’s five bedroom, two bathroom, two powder room double-fronted Victorian residence of 53squares evokes a grandeur of its era while a spectacular renovation and industrial-warehouse inspired extension caters to every conceivable family requirement. Stunning period details, including towering ceilings, Spotted Gum floorboards and exposed brickwork define the wide arched entrance hall. Introducing beautifully appointed accommodation, with custom-built/walk-in robes, plantation shutters and mantled open fireplace, guest powder room and luxuriously tiled main bathroom with heated flooring. Upper-level master is refined by luxe ensuite, wall-to-wall cabinetry and private balcony. Ultra-high ceilings, skylights, steel beams and abundant natural light accentuate the impressive scale of the open plan living, dining domain. Incorporating a sleek, high end kitchen complemented by 120cm Ilve range cooker, custom-designed concrete island bench and discreet butler’s kitchen equipped with Miele combi/microwave/steam ovens, induction hotplate, second dishwasher and endless storage. Surrounded by floor-to-ceiling glass aspects, the living area opens to alfresco entertainment areas, with café heaters and ceiling fans, and private garden. Additional leisure spaces include large (10.6m x 6.4m) rumpus room with wine cellar, wine bar dining and entertainment zones. Stellar features include UniFi mesh wi-fi system, app-operated security/CCTV/electric gates, keypad entry, 3 phase power, 8.2KW solar electricity, Haiku Big Ass ceiling fans, designer laundry/storage, imported spray foam insulation, hydronic heating, (2) evaporative cooling systems and split-system air conditioner. While secure OSP is provided by front driveway and internally accessed r/c double garage/w/c and ROW access. Within strolling distance of vibrant Puckle Street cafés, restaurants, wine bars and shops, elite schools, Queens Park and Moonee Ponds train station, the location is beyond compare. Other features include: - Remote app control for alarm/gate/intercom, front and back door, garage door - Electric gate Keyless entry and Alarm Video monitoring - Reverse cycle Air Con (master) 2x evaporative coolers at front and rear of house Butler’s Pantry - Miele Combo microwave/convection oven and steam oven - Warming drawer - 2x burner induction - Full size dishwasher and separate fridge space Laundry - Internal clothes rack with hydronic heating for drying under bench Main Kitchen - 120cm ILVE 7x burner gas top with teppanyaki grill and Dual 90cm and 30cm oven - Custom Whispair range hood - Half size Miele dishwasher - Self open drawers - Black Franke kitchen sinks and Hansgrohe kitchen taps - Custom concrete kitchen island with inbuilt power station and USB chargers - Plumbing for fridge - 8.2 Kw solar panel system - Velux electric blind skylights and electric blinds on back sliding doors - Full open sliding cavity glass doors - All windows are double glazed - 3 phase power - Ubiquity mesh highspeed internet and networking throughout - Hydronic towel rails and WiFi controlled heating throughout whole house - Haiku ‘Big Ass Fans’ throughout and industrial 3.6m fan in living/dining - Spotted gum flooring and stairs with bespoke custom steel staircase - WIR in downstairs room and plumbed ready for an ensuite if needed - Spray foam insulation on all ceilings, under floors and all walls. Old brick walls battened out for insulation - In floor heating in both bathrooms - 2x bathrooms and 2 powder rooms - Garage toilet/ bathroom provisioned for shower - Double glazed cellar with 45cm thick solid brick and insulation foam - Underground fireproof/waterproof safe 4m high sliding door separating front and rear of house - Infratech 8kw cafe heating panels - Exposed original brick in front room, hallway and bathroom - Recycled 1900’s brick back wall. Embedded 1956 Olympic brick. - High end Italian lighting throughout - 53 sq residence on a 550sqm block - Bose outdoor speakers - Glass floor through to basement and stair landings