39 Wattle Valley Road
Canterbury

Comprehensively and architecturally renovated, extended and reimagined, this solid brick Victorian residence is a generational family home that boldly transitions from its superbly preserved circa-1890 period origins to a cutting-edge alfresco rear, while offering five bedrooms, four bathrooms and a home office. Catering perfectly to the needs of large and growing families of today, the home creates a picture-perfect street presence on a superbly landscaped 981 sqm approx. allotment while revealing a landmark renovation that has been guided at least in part by considerations of environmental sustainability.

Set under soaring ceilings of fine detail, with a traditional arched hallway, leadlight windows and polished timber flooring, the home’s strong Victorian bones offer an elegant introduction to an open-plan rear that fills with northern light and celebrates poolside entertaining with gusto. Anchored by a gourmet kitchen where endless stone benches – including a biscuit topped -edged island – play host to a suite of Miele appliances and a Butler’s Pantry, the open-plan dining / living room flows through concertina doors to an outdoor dining area and built-in BBQ all set under rain sensored louvre roofing for year-round enjoyment overlooking the swimming pool.

Accessed from the rear, an oversized double car garage is a terrific convenience set below a vast rumpus room that serviced by a bathroom and perfectly suited as a teen retreat, potential multigenerational accommodation or even just the perfect teen sleepover venue. Meanwhile, parents can enjoy a taste of five-star indulgence in a primary bedroom that features a fully-tiled designer ensuite and an impressive dressing room.

Every element of this remarkable home has been carefully considered, most notably the selection of geothermal heating throughout the home and even for the swimming pool, plus there is double-glazing throughout the open-plan, as well as 10KW of solar power, EV compatibility and 30,000 litres of rainwater storage under the garage to service the grey water. Further highlights include a traditional fireplace-warmed lounge room, driveway parking for a third vehicle at the front of the home, an upstairs terrace overlooking the pool and remarkable storage options throughout.

Simply stroll down the road to enjoy some of Melbourne’s most refined café culture at Maling Road, as well as the exquisite Canterbury Gardens and city-bound trains from Canterbury Railway Station for easy access to a wonderful selection of elite private schools, whilst Camberwell Junction is also within easy reach.