120 Riversdale Road
Hawthorn

"Iona" is a gracious Hawthorn tuck-point brick family residence, set behind a high front wall, on a prominent corner allotment in the prestigious Scotch Hill environs and surrounded by beautiful mature gardens. Exemplifying the elegance of the Victorian era it showcases a superb array of exquisite period features representing its past character; including tessellated, iron lacework return verandah, slate roof, coloured leadlight glass and double arched hallway.

Offering a prized opportunity to add sympathetic renovations and updating to the classic interior if desired (STCA) - the residence features pressed metal ceilings with a formal sitting room and adjoining dining both including ornately decorated cornices, ceiling roses and marble OFPs. Plus a powder room, five bedrooms, main with ensuite, a period-style family bathroom, library/study and laundry. A generous family living and dining room includes a granite kitchen with Ilve stainless steel stove and Asko dishwasher leading to a paved outdoor dining and entertaining area in a leafy rear garden with water feature, 80 year old Mulberry and Meyer lemon trees providing a tranquil setting for outdoor living and relaxation. Other features include hydronic heating, remote gates and double garage with access from Berkeley Street.

This impressive family residence presents an outstanding opportunity to enjoy a sought-after Hawthorn lifestyle in the prestigious Scotch College Hill precinct. Close to Gardiners Creek trails and Yarra Parklands, the sought-after Glenferrie Road, Tooronga or Malvern shopping areas; plus quick access to several of Melbourne's finest schools, CityLink or the CBD via public transport options. Zoning: RGZ1 / Land: 919sqm approx.