5 Dean Avenue
Hawthorn

This captivating Art Deco family home c1930 with its classic façade showcasing hints of Spanish Mission styling will be a mecca for lovers of homes designed and built in that architectural period. Set on a delightful garden allotment it is perfectly located close to the Dean Avenue Reserve in the leafy heritage surrounds of the coveted Urquhart Estate, considered an area of historical significance. Behind the traditional front rooms lies an inspired extension designed by the highly regarded Architect, Paul Delany delivering exceptionally generous family living spaces capturing an abundance of northern light.

Subtle period attributes including leadlight glass and decorative ceilings and cornices blend harmoniously through the front rooms with a polished timber hallway flowing to a formal sitting room with original fireplace, a study/home office or formal dining room, a period-style bathroom and four zoned bedrooms, two at the front and two at the rear alongside a laundry and a second family bathroom. The spectacular extension reveals extensive glass walls and windows, curved walls and vaulted ceilings with two wings, living and the rear bedrooms built around a central deck; designed to deliver a light and spacious ambience. The extensive family living and dining spaces incorporate a stylishly appointed kitchen with granite bench tops, Miele and Smeg stainless steel appliances. Opening through French doors to a northern paved entertaining area with optional shade sail covering, the central deck and a leafy rear garden with a shaded entertaining area all provide ideal choices for alfresco living or dining. Other features include alarm, CCTV security cameras, ducted heating, R/C air conditioners (family living and two bedrooms), auto awning, excellent storage and tandem off-street parking.

Underpinning it’s sought after family lifestyle credentials is its quiet location in the highly regarded Urquhart Estate close to the eclectic Auburn Village, Glenferrie Road boutiques, cafes, restaurants, Recreation Centre, and the Lido Cinema. Close by are multiple public transport options, parklands plus easy access to some of Melbourne’s finest schools or CityLink.