1 Henshall Road, Strathmore VIC 3041

Inspired by French provincial charm, this 78-square home by renowned Essendon builder Bryce Kennedy, interiors by Dorothy de Guara offers multiple options for living according to the season and occasion. For entertaining family and friends, there is no better space than the expansive living zone, with herringbone-patterned oak floors under a majestic, coffered ceiling and a six-metre picture window framing an imported water feature beside the sparkling tiled pool. To one side, the chef's kitchen is a magazine-worthy depiction of provincial character layered over exceptional modern amenity. Workspaces fitted with Neff ovens, Bosch cooktop and Liebherr, Miele and Vintec refrigeration, and backed up by a butler's pantry, wrap the vast Calacatta marble island bench under a bespoke American pendant. Winter days and intimate soirees are catered for in the embrace of a sitting room warmed by a Heat & Glo fireplace set in an ornate marble mantel, refrigerated cooling and in-floor hydronic heating systems ensure year-round comfort. The two living rooms are complemented by a bluestone-paved verandah under a vaulted ceiling with built-in BBQ, French doors to both living zones and laundry/mudroom access, the alfresco space is both functional and relaxing. There's a calming ambience in the master suite, boasting a make-up nook, slate-grey Brintons carpet, motion-sensor lighting in the ensuite and walk-in wardrobe with island centrepiece. Two further stylish bedrooms each has a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. The generous home office, one wall lined with display cabinetry, is a potential fourth bedroom. Anchoring the home's entry is a 2.2-metre-wide central hallway between the gently arched American oak double front doors and their scaled-down version leading to the rear living zone. On herringbone floors and adorned with pilasters, chandeliers and embossed Lincrusta dado panels, its elegance draws on the bespoke grandeur of the prominent façade. Below, via stairs or the lift, the 30-square basement offers six-car parking alongside dual spaces suitable for workshop, wine cellar, gym or storage. From the first impressions bestowed by its custom iron gate, handcut Spanish slate roof tiles and night-lit manicured garden, to every elegant interior detail under 3.2-metre ceilings, this is a one-of-a-kind residence. Only 11km from the city, its desirable locale is close to local shops/ cafes, Westfield, DFO, schools, transport and parks, including Moonee Ponds Creek Trail.