198 Barkers Road
Hawthorn

“Craigneal” was one of the grand historic homes built on Barkers Road, when early subdivisions in the mid to late 19th Century were known as Lots; with numbers allocated by the end of the First World War. It graces a wide walled allotment surrounded by a glorious garden with beautiful shrubs and mature trees. This impressive landmark residence is a classic example of Victorian Gothic architectural styling; retaining its period attributes including a slate roof, return bullnose, tessellated tile verandah with iron lacework trim, coloured leadlight glass, high ceilings with roses and decorative cornices and the spacious proportions typical of its era.

Dark stained floors flow through the triple arched hallway featuring intricate detailing and opening to a formal sitting/dining room with bay windows and adjoining library/study, four generous bedrooms, a family room, rumpus room, family study, bathroom/laundry and a mud room. A light-filled entertainer’s kitchen is equipped with an island bench, F & P double oven, Gaggeneau gas cooktop, Jennair barbeque grill and an Asko S/S dishwasher. Plus a dining area with a floor-to-ceiling glass wall opening to a deck and terrace overlooking a deep garden. With an in-ground pool, carport (which could double for covered outdoor entertaining), shed/workshop and a remote double garage with rear lane access. Other features include an alarm, security cameras, marble and OFPs, ducted heating, R/C air conditioner (family room), extensive storage, plantation shutters and a garden sprinkler system.

This absolutely stunning historic home offers easy access to sought-after Kew amenities including Kew Junction shopping with the popular Leo’s Fine Foods and Toscanos plus the vibrant Glenferrie Road boutiques, cafes, restaurants and Lido cinema; or the Victoria Gardens Complex. Also the Hawthorn or the forthcoming Kew Recreation Centres, public transport options plus a choice of some of Melbourne’s finest schools are within walking distance.