10 Hawthorn Grove, Mckinnon VIC 3204

Discover a remarkable piece of Melbourne’s Victorian era architecture in this enchanting 2 bedroom worker’s cottage, tucked away in the McKinnon Secondary College zone. Built in c1890 and belonging to the original estate of ‘St Elmo’ located at 13 Hawthorn Grove, this rare haven has been sympathetically and beautifully revitalised yet retains a wealth of its valuable period features. Captivating with soaring 3.6m approx. ceilings, ornate ceiling roses and stained glass windows, this exquisite abode enjoys a charming arched entrance hall, a beautiful north-facing main bedroom with open fireplace, stunning bay window and twin robes imported from Macau; a 2nd elegant bedroom with open fireplace, a contemporary open plan living and dining area with a vibrant stone kitchen (Smeg/Omega appliances and integrated fridge space), a neat bathroom and a walk-through laundry. French doors open onto a generous deck, while a surprise of garden space at the rear showcases amazing potential to extend the home out, up or both (STCA). Rich Baltic pine floors are true to the era tinted with Black Japan stain, while the modern comforts of Daikin reverse cycle air conditioning, ducted heating and a shed enhance the home. In this peaceful tree-lined street, a short walk to gorgeous Wattle Grove Reserve, McKinnon station, popular cafés, McKinnon Village Bakery and Ormond Primary School.