Exquisite family residence with showpiece renovation

Poised in the prized leafy heart of Blackburn amidst tranquil native bushland, this captivating Cape Cod style residence retains exquisite mid-century details enhanced by an impeccable contemporary renovation and extension. Boasting an exceptional floorplan for harmonious family living, the home encompasses four distinct separate living areas, with a coveted north facing rear showcasing a sundrenched heated swimming pool, manicured landscaped gardens and lawn, and an impressive alfresco entertaining area. Backing directly onto a peaceful leafy outlook with complete privacy, and enviably situated just a short stroll from Blackburn Lake Sanctuary and Furness Park, the home is also positioned within walking distance of Blackburn Station, Forest Hill Chase, buses and local Blackburn South village shopping. Set in easy reach of Blackburn Lake Primary School and St Thomas Primary School, the nearby trains also offer seamless access to an array of Melbourne’s finest independent schools. Offering enchanting garden and treetop views across both light-filled levels, the home also features gleaming hardwood timber floors and elegant original character windows on the façade. An expansive open plan living and dining area is framed by a soaring cathedral ceiling, with full height north facing windows bathing the home in sunlight. The living area also includes a wall mounted Heat-n-Glo gas log fireplace and a study area with an inbuilt double desk. A secluded retreat / home theatre room is set off the main living space, creating a flexible floorplan for growing families. Seamlessly integrating impressive indoor and outdoor living spaces, the rear of the home flows out to a spacious alfresco entertaining area with retractable café blinds, ideally laid out for effortless year-round entertaining. Adjacent, a manicured lawn is bordered by low maintenance established gardens, and offers a serene uninterrupted view across the rear bushland. The backyard also includes an electric heated and oxygen filtered swimming pool with frameless glass fencing and a sunny paved deck. At the entry, an additional formal living room overlooks the verdant streetscape and landscaped front gardens, providing a quiet sanctuary for entertaining or relaxing with a morning coffee. The showpiece Hamptons-style contemporary kitchen comprises stone benchtops, an oversized island breakfast bar, abundant quality soft-close drawer storage and glass-fronted display cabinetry, and a full suite of premium appliances including a stainless steel Miele dishwasher, twin AEG ovens (one with pyrolytic cleaning), and a 900mm Ilve induction cooktop. A spacious butler’s pantry offers ample additional storage and preparation space, with a second dishwasher ideal for large-scale entertaining. Secluded at the front of the home, the generous ground floor master suite features a picturesque bay window, a fully-fitted walk-in wardrobe, and a large private ensuite with a frameless glass walk-in waterfall shower and a stone vanity. The main floor also includes a home office / fifth bedroom with inbuilt cabinetry, and a stone guest powder room. Elevated on the upper family level, a substantial skylit rumpus retreat is positioned alongside three large bedrooms, each equipped with built-in wardrobes and showcasing verdant treetop views. A bright and airy central bathroom includes two stone vanities, a separate bathtub, and a separate powder room. Featuring gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling, ducted vacuuming, an alarm system, double glazed windows on the main north side, a large laundry with direct outdoor access, a six camera security system, and a tandem lock-up garage, this property presents a rare opportunity to reside within the famed Bellbird and Blackburn Lake district.