143 High Street, Glen Iris VIC 3146

Rekindle romance at 'Ellesmere' - an ornate Edwardian showpiece resplendent in the early 20th century finery of leadlight windows, tessellated tiles, and the dramatic Welsh Dragon on its rooftop for protection - an utterly compelling period home on this tightly held corner amid private manicured gardens adorned by Little Gem Magnolias, and Silver Birch trees. With 4 grand bedrooms, 4 living areas, 2 bathrooms, and 3 undercover car spaces behind a remote door and video intercom security, this distinctive and secure sanctuary sets up the family in the blue ribbon inner east among revered private schools, village shops and the Monash freeway. Admire the charming Edwardian hallmarks: parquetry floors, brass light fittings, towering ceilings, infused with the contemporary comfort of gas ducted heating, refrigerated cooling, automated garden and lawn watering system and and Rinnai continuous hot water. Entertain between the formal bay window sitting room, a stately dining room, the romantic lounge with its mantelpiece fireplace and window seat and a spectacular sunroom facing north - a granite kitchen gazing out to the brick paved BBQ area, and spa house. An original Edwardian of this calibre is a rare find, superbly located between Ashburton and Alamein stations, close to four top schools and just 200 metres to Ashburton village shops.