Architecturally renovated to harness light and space, this vast family home exudes modern quality and comfort while retaining its ornate Victorian grandeur. This freestanding double fronted residence with dual living, a separate studio and lock up garage offers an easy lifestyle for the busy family with all of Middle Park's best just a short stroll away. With a tuckpointed brick façade and tessellated tile porch, the home welcomes with an ornate lead light entry through to a wide hallway lined with beautiful black butt wood floors underfoot. The home boasts a formal lounge with an iron fireplace and built in library, an entertainer's kitchen clad in robust granite with Miele cooking, terrific drawer storage and a butler's pantry overlooking a bright and airy family living zone with bifold doors revealing a lush vertical garden as well as wall to wall northern windows onto a paved alfresco with an equally lush natural wallpaper. Step out and find a generous freestanding studio with a fitted office and powder room above the garage with its own access via Neville Street. This surprisingly expansive home also features a ground floor master bedroom with walk in robe and a luxe marble ensuite with double vanity. Find a surprise sundeck on the way to two double bedrooms served by a spacious bathroom with bathtub built to endure the family. Also offers a separate laundry and a guest powder room. Inclusions: - Built in stereo system - CCTV security and entry intercom system - Ducted vacuum - Auto irrigation to gardens - Plumbed gas BBQ - Bespoke built in storage throughout - Ducted air conditioning Located in an inner urban sanctuary that's nestled close to Armstrong St and just a short stroll to Albert Park Lake, MSAC, the beach, schools and light rail. Inspect during scheduled open times or by appointment with the agent. Presented by Cayzer Real Estate Albert Park and Port Melbourne. All enquiries must include a phone number.