2 Elmie Street, Hawthorn, Vic 3122

Commanding a magnificent corner position on approx. 899sqm in one of Hawthorn’s most coveted pockets, this five bedroom enchanting brick Victorian residence reveals extraordinary proportions, framed by established gardens and filled with the grace of another era.

Beyond an expansive sweep of lawn, winding stone pathways lead through the secluded side grounds, while the striking red brick façade with its intricate arched verandah and tessellated entrance porch create an arrival of undeniable charm. Decorative timber work turned columns and original stained glass offers a glimpse of the craftsmanship within.

Enter through an expansive entrance hall beneath lofty ceilings, featuring well proportioned interiors where streams of natural light create a grand and inviting atmosphere. The elegant formal sitting room captures the romance of the home, with tall windows framing lush garden outlooks highlighted by an exquisite fireplace. Across the hall, these elegant features mirror in the formal dining room, with intricate ceiling detail and high ceilings equate for a memorable setting. Vast even by the generous standards of period architecture, the five impressive bedrooms offer a rare sense of space, with each having its own open fireplace and built in robes, while high ceilings and elongated windows lend the rooms a serene, airy quality, serviced by two well appointed bathrooms complete a considered family layout.

At the heart of the home, the family size kitchen features warm timber benchtops and softly toned tiled accents, overlooked by a dramatic skylight positioned in a soaring void, flooding the space with natural light. The rear completes the sprawling residence, with an expansive informal living and dining domain, bringing an uplifting sense of openness to the outdoors. Polished timber floors extend beneath a vaulted ceiling, while walls flanked with floor to ceiling glass and striking arched window frame the leafy surrounds beyond. Outside, the generous dimensions of the corner allotment are realised, with established gardens embracing a private sanctuary where a resort style Inground swimming pool takes centre stage. Terracotta paved surrounds offer an idyllic backdrop for effortless entertaining or evening drinks on those upcoming balmy evenings. Additional features include ducted heating, split-system heating and cooling, alarm system, separate laundry and secure remote double carport via Oxley Road.

Bringing together a substantial corner holding, rare period character and extraordinary family space, this is an opportunity to inherit a beautiful piece of Hawthorn,enviably positioned minutes to Auburn Village with vibrant Glenferrie Road just moments away. Cafes, restaurants, shopping and the iconic Lido Cinemas are all within easy reach, whilst Glenferrie Station, Hawthorn Aquatic & Leisure Centre, Swinburne University, Burke Road and some of Melbourne’s most highly regarded schools complete the ultimate inner urban lifestyle.