49 Berry Street
East Melbourne

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This stunning light-filled contemporary residence, designed by architect Michael McCabe, is desirably located in one of East Melbourne's most well-known and sought-after streets, in a quiet and secluded part of the Yarra Park precinct.

Highlighted by its stylish and meticulously presented interior, of 34 squares of flexible floor space over three levels, which is a sheer delight to enter. The neutral toned interior is further highlighted by beautiful spotted gum timber floors and stairs on all levels which enhance its natural warmth and appeal. The ground floor features a morning sunlit dining/living room, or home office/study and powder room leading to an expansive family room incorporating a superbly appointed kitchen with WIP, stone bench tops and premium Miele & Smeg appliances. Opening through French doors to a private leafy courtyard and covered walkway through to a remote-controlled double garage accessed via Margaret Lane.

The first floor has a master bedroom with private balcony and spacious ensuite/dressing room, plus a laundry, storage cupboard and another living area or parent's retreat. Flowing over a bridge walkway to a beautiful terrace rooftop garden also accessed by stairs from the courtyard, providing ample open space and privacy to enjoy relaxing or alfresco dining. The upper-level features a roof-top void, with two spacious bedrooms, each with a private balcony overlooking Berry Street at one end and the MCG/city skyline at the other. Serviced by a family bathroom, a second powder room and alternative study/home office or living area. Other comprehensive features include a security system, CCTV, ducted vacuum, double-glazed windows, solar boosted gas hot water system, under stairs wine storage, Jetmaster gas fireplace, zoned heating and cooling on each level making it a very energy-efficient home with a high star rating.

This superb home is located within walking distance of Melbourne's world-renowned sporting precinct, including the MCG, AAMI Park and the National Tennis centre, it is a short stroll to the myriad of CBD and Southbank Theatres, restaurants, wine bars and shops; plus the Arts precinct and Federation Square. With walks along the Yarra River or through either the Treasury, Fitzroy or Royal Botanic Gardens - all adding to the lifestyle benefits enjoyed by local residents.

Land size: 186sqm approx. Floor size: 312sqm approx.