10 Ruskin Street
Elwood

Superbly renovated with a stylish edge, this is the perfect Elwood home in an exclusive street near the beach and cafes. Original Edwardian beauty is seamlessly paired with a contemporary interior created by Resident Avenue's Jessica Bettenay. Every room has something wonderful, from the light-filled family room with a sense of calm and connection to the outdoors, to the upstairs living space with a custom-designed study area. Families will appreciate having three bedrooms and two luxe bathrooms over two levels, a sun-drenched deck fringed with evergreen vertical gardens, and nothing to do but move in and love the privacy and prized address. Outstanding fitout has created a gourmet kitchen with AEG appliances, floor-to-ceiling storage and an encaustic-tiled splashback. There's integrated storage and a VJ-panelled feature wall in the family room, Ikat wallpaper in the main bedroom, pine timber floors and contemporary carpet. Hydronic heating, reverse-cycle air conditioners, pendant lighting and plantation shutters enhance this exclusive oasis. Excellent planning is at the heart of this home, with a large storeroom/second study, ceiling fans, outdoor storage, and a remote-control awning for instant shade. Leafy Ruskin Street is midway between the beach and St Kilda's Botanical Gardens, you can walk to cafes and shops in minutes, and come home to fine design and impressive family zoning.