19 Hillhouse Road, Templestowe, Vic 3106

A tall travertine staircase rises from the footpath to wrought-iron double doors, giving 19 Hillhouse Road an arrival worthy of its elevated top-of-court setting. Step inside and the sense of grandeur only grows, with a soaring double-height foyer, statement chandelier and sculptural staircase introducing a home where French Provincial elegance, sweeping views and substantial family living come together on an impressive scale.

To the left, a private formal lounge with marble-framed gas log fireplace offers a composed retreat from the home’s more social zones, while opposite, a deluxe guest bedroom with two-way bathroom provides genuine flexibility for extended family or live-in arrangements. Rich timber floors flow throughout the principal living areas, adding warmth beneath the home’s more classical detailing.

The home opens at its heart into a vast open-plan living domain that draws the eye directly to the north-facing alfresco beyond. The entertainer’s kitchen has been appointed with a substantial island bench, stone benchtops, Smeg appliances and butler’s pantry, while the nearby theatre room with ceiling-mounted projector, screen and built-in speakers is a space that earns its place in a family-oriented floorplan.

The north-facing backyard is equally considered, with established gardens, a central all-seasons alfresco and fully-tiled swimming pool creating a private outdoor haven ideal for weekends at home and larger gatherings alike.

Back inside, a sunlit north-facing retreat upstairs creates intelligent separation between the four spacious bedrooms. The oversized main bedroom is a private escape in its own right, with elevated views, a walk-in dressing room and fully tiled ensuite, while the remaining bedrooms share a hotel-style family bathroom with a deep soaker bath.

A remote double garage, wainscoting walls, superior finishes, lavish lighting, abundant storage, video intercom, security alarm, ducted heating, evaporative cooling and split-system heating/cooling further enhance a home of impressive substance and scale.

Conceived not to impress, but to be lived in beautifully, this substantial family residence places The Pines Shopping Centre, Templestowe Village, Westerfolds Park, local schools and Eastern Freeway access within easy reach.