18 Hood Street, Balwyn North VIC 3104

An architectural triumph of superior design and grandeur, this masterpiece French provincial delivers palatial living through its meticulously constructed floorplan.
Set on a tree-lined street, on a professionally landscaped block, its cutting-edge exterior seamlessly blends with its natural surrounds; providing an inspiring introduction to the double-storey sanctuary within. Inside, deluxe interiors defined by soaring ceilings, wide hallways and an abundance of natural sunlight highlight a well-considered floorplan, where parents and children have their own space for sleeping and entertaining, ideal for multi-generational living.

Configured to invite the outdoors in, each level boasts multiple doors leading out to a balcony above and a private expansive alfresco below. The main living quarters consists of comfortable lounge with fireplace, open plan living/dining domain plus a centrepiece kitchen with stone benches, soft white cabinetry, top-quality Miele ovens, integrated Miele refrigerators and dishwasher and the addition of a fully equipped butler's pantry. Downstairs accommodation comprises of a guest master bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, en-suite and private courtyard.

Venture along the American Oak parquetry flooring through the gallery and up the elegant wrought iron spiral staircase to reach the first floor. Upstairs, all four bedrooms contain walk-in wardrobes and en-suites with floor to ceiling imported Italian tiles. The master bedroom has private balcony views overlooking Macleay Park and includes a luxe en-suite with walk-in double shower, double vanity and freestanding bathtub.

Outside, the landscaped backyard supplies plenty of space for children and pets to explore; while the parents can entertain in style under the generous alfresco and outdoor BBQ. Direct gate access onto Macleay Park and its many walking trails is perfect for a morning or afternoon walk.

Smothered with a long list of quality extras, it includes: separate heating and cooling for each floor, 5 star energy rated insulation and double glazed windows throughout, LED lighting, generous laundry with laundry shoot, powder rooms, plenty of linen storage, intercom system and an internal-access remote double garage.

A privileged pocket of Balwyn North, located at the doorstep of Macleay Park and only 3 minutes walking distance to Balwyn High School and Balwyn North Primary School both situated at the end of the street. Zoned to Boroondara Park Primary School, Boroondara Sports Complex, Koonung Creek Reserve and you're only a short drive to the Westfield Doncaster, Box Hill, Fintona Girls' School and the Eastern Freeway.