2 / 312 Barkers Road
Hawthorn

This stunning Town Residence over three levels offers a brilliant combination of contemporary design within the historical conversions undertaken in the former Methodist Church c1910. One of nine in the boutique complex, “Elphin Mews”, a tranquil, tightly held enclave of homes embracing a leafy central garden courtyard with access from Elphin Grove.

Privately and securely positioned behind front and rear walled courtyard gardens the interior is as spectacular as it is unexpected; capitalising on soaring third level ceilings and a glass light well delivering loads of natural light internally. Opening to a generous living and dining room including a powder room, concealed laundry and a sleek kitchen equipped with stone bench tops, prestige Blanco, Bosch and Miele appliances and a Vintec Wine fridge. Flowing to a northern courtyard with ample room for indoor/outdoor dining or entertaining. Level two features a study or home office, a family bathroom and two bedrooms including a main with ensuite and a private terrace. Level three has original vaulted timber ceilings, a family retreat, mezzanine rumpus room, two further bedrooms and a dual access family bathroom. Other comprehensive attributes include subtle period touches, ducted heating and vacuum, R/C air conditioners, overhead fans, Plantation shutters, fully tiled bathrooms, ample storage including under stairs and level 3 storeroom plus a remote garage with an off-street parking space and a street parking permit.

Lifestyle conveniences will become a way of life with its location moments from the Kew private school precinct including just a few moments’ walk from the local café, parklands, Swinburne University and Auburn Primary School. Also close to the eclectic Auburn Village and Station or Glenferrie Road trams and Station. Plus all the desirable shopping options located in Glenferrie Road or Camberwell Junction with an array of cafes, restaurants, boutiques and either the Lido or Rivoli Cinemas.