149 Victoria Road, Hawthorn East

This landmark Italianate property, thought to have been designed by renowned architect John Edmund Burke, features a chapter as the residence of the Consul for Belgium and a period as ‘Woodhouse Grove’ Girls’ School. At its heart however, RATHGAR has always remained a warmly welcoming home and today it is clearly one of the finest family opportunities Hawthorn has to offer.

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This landmark Italianate property, thought to have been designed by renowned architect John Edmund Burke, features a chapter as the residence of the Consul for Belgium and a period as ‘Woodhouse Grove’ Girls’ School. At its heart however, RATHGAR has always remained a warmly welcoming home and today it is clearly one of the finest family opportunities Hawthorn has to offer.

Landscaped gardens which were amongst the first created by the multi awarding winning Jack Merlo provide sunny, north facing areas for entertaining, a solar/gas heated pool and spa and a flood-lit north-south mod grass tennis court.

Inside, the family appeal of the fully renovated spaces is undeniable. A charming sitting room, instantly inviting library or study and light filled formal dining room convey period character and a modern consciousness. A contemporary living/dining domain incorporates a granite Miele equipped kitchen with walk in pantry.

Upstairs, four bright double bedrooms surrounding a central study offering fifth bedroom flexibility are served in style by two totally rebuilt, renovated bathrooms by Jane Riddell. A return verandah delivers stunning city views and a separate terrace makes the most of the northerly rear aspects. The effect is irresistible.

Hydronic heating, air-conditioning, a two room cellar and a double garage accessed from second frontage to Grandview Grove further enhance an unforgettable family home in an exceptional, elevated setting close to Camberwell Junction, Auburn Village and transport to several prestigious schools.

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