176 Cotham Road
Kew

This exceptionally well positioned property offers a wide range of options for the future owners. A large allotment is wide enough to restore the front to rear driveway, it has no heritage overlay and ample room to redevelop with a luxurious new residence. Or the addition of a new single or two-storey extension behind the traditional front rooms of a magnificent Victorian family residence. Other considerations include scope to add a pool or use the home for professional consulting rooms, all STCA.

Originally built around 1888 towards the end of the boom period, this classic double-fronted Victorian residence features a restored slate roof, bull-nose lacework and tessellated tile front verandah. Showcasing the generous proportions of its era plus high ceilings with ornate cornices and ceiling roses plus detailed hand painted windows and original marble OFPs. With the flexibility of 4 or 5 generous bedrooms plus a study, main bedroom with ensuite, a marble family bathroom, vestibule and laundry. A stylish Architect-designed contemporary extension incorporates family dining and living and a sleek stainless steel kitchen with Euro appliances overlooking a lush rear garden with Himalayan Ash trees and bluestone paved alfresco entertaining spaces - perfect for family relaxation. Other features include hydronic heating, R/C air -conditioner (living room), 2kW solar panels, 10,000ltr rain water tanks and garden water system, large remote double garage/storage with rear lane access.

This elegant home offers a sublime family lifestyle perfectly positioned in the heart of the private school precinct with its myriad of choices, close to Kew Junction, Glenferrie Road's fashionable shops, restaurants, cafes, Cotham Road transport at the doorstep for aces to the CBD, great local amenities and nearby parklands.

Land size: 717sqm approx