18 Hardwicke Street
Balwyn

Inspired by the elegance of grandiose, French Provincial architecture and palatially proportioned for modern and growing families, this breath-taking five bedroom plus study residence is an entertainers' dream home in the heart of Melbourne's coveted Balwyn High School zone. Magnificently appointed without any compromise, the home creates lavish connections to outdoor living and is perfect for the most discerning lovers of an alfresco lifestyle.

Under soaring ceilings and with rich chevron parquetry under foot, the home flows past a large gas fireplace-heated lounge and formal dining to an open-plan living area that is certain to inspire. The Gaggenau-equipped kitchen is a chef's delight with a huge waterfall-edged island bench of stone and a Neff-equipped Butler's Pantry, all with vast open-plan family meals and living. Seamlessly, two sets of concertina doors fold back to provide an easy connection to both a sun-room styled dining area and an undercover deck.

Alfresco entertainers are certain to relish an additional outdoor lounge and dining area all serviced by an outdoor kitchen, ceiling fans and its own bathroom. Meanwhile, a brilliantly conceived design caters to the needs of growing families with an upstairs retreat and a broad downstairs study that is a terrific place for children to do homework.

Climb a showpiece staircase of timber and cast iron to discover flawless family luxury where four bedrooms have been appointed with fully-tiled ensuites and wonderful walk-in robes - the main bedroom's ensuite showcasing hotel-like proportions with a spa bath and double-basin vanity. Meanwhile, downstairs, the fifth / guest bedroom enjoys semi-ensuite access to the home's sixth bedroom as well as custom built-in robe storage.

Further highlights in this impeccably appointed residence include an internally accessed double lock-up garage, secure video entry, automatic front gates, a large laundry, central and zoned heating and air conditioning.

Walk easily to the village-like charms, cafe culture, fine dining, shopping and cinemas of Whitehorse Road, as well as city-bound trams for easy access to an impressive selection of Melbourne's most elite private schools.