5 Bell Street Hawthorn

Combining the period charm of Victorian architecture, with the practicality of two living areas and recently renovated kitchen, bathrooms and laundry, this conveniently, and peacefully, located residence is only minutes from Glenferrie station and shops, schools and Swinburne University.

Downstairs, two generous bedrooms with appealing bay windows and built-in wardrobes, lead to a formal living room, again with a bay window, and traditional open fireplace.

A light and bright family bathroom with shower, bath and separate WC is complemented by a dedicated laundry with capacious built-in storage.

The kitchen, with Euro appliances and contemporary stone benchtops, flows through to the north-facing family/dining room which opens to a paved alfresco living area, with power and light ready in the perfect year-round barbecue location.

Upstairs, the main bedroom, walk-in robe and ensuite provide a secluded retreat, with attic storage and a private balcony ideal for lazy weekend morning coffees, if you can resist the lure of the many excellent Glenferrie Road cafes.

This thoughtfully appointed home also features reverse cycle air-conditioning in all bedrooms and the formal living room, ducted gas heating, bedroom ceiling fans and an energy-efficient heat pump electric hot water service.

The garden is planted to maximise the view of greenery from all windows, while artificial turf and an automated watering system in the rear minimise maintenance. The garden shed offers further storage, or room for a hobbyist to tinker.

Off-street parking completes the appeal of this comfortable, well-appointed inner-city family home or down-sizing opportunity.