288 Cotham Road
Kew

A rare and intriguing glimpse into classic 1930s architecture, this charming English brick home retains its original beauty and traditional elegance while boasting a magnificent modern renovation and an exclusive address. Taking pride of place on a substantial Cotham Road estate spanning approx. 1666sqm, this extraordinary residence comprises extensive formal and casual living and dining options, a huge entertainer's kitchen/meals with butler's pantry, spacious home office, swimming pool with cabana and a north-south floodlit tennis court. In the original wing of this unique and exquisite home, discover a grand entry hall opening to an elegant sitting room with bay windows and original fireplace, a distinctive formal dining room tucked privately away and stunning original chandeliers among many traditional elements. Once gracing the pages of The Australian Home Beautiful magazine of its time, the extended residence has now been designed for large family enjoyment and indoor/outdoor entertaining with a sizeable rumpus room, light-filled open-plan living with gas log fireplace and adjacent bar area, ample built-in wine storage and guest powder room. The first floor features five large and beautiful bedrooms including a lavish master with WIR and ensuite, four further bedrooms with built-in robes and study desks and two central family bathrooms. Stylish yet functional, it's also well appointed with ducted heating, air conditioning, a high-quality kitchen with stone benchtops, Ilve oven and Qasair rangehood, extensive laundry facilities, security alarm system, carport and ample off-street parking. A remarkable family home in a tightly-held Kew locale, just a stone's throw from Melbourne finest schools including Genazzano, Carey, MLC and Ruyton.

Note: Inspections by appointment at advertised times