231 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North VIC 3104

Soaring light-filled spaces, a sunny northern aspect and a flexible layout distinguish this modernist masterpiece in the Balwyn High School zone. Designed in 1970 by renowned Melbourne architects Cocks and Carmichael, this spacious abode on an 819sqm approx allotment wraps around a central courtyard and features picturesque views of the in-ground pool from the luxurious living areas. This four-bedroom, three-bathroom home boasts extensive original cedar panelling in immaculate condition and considered designer touches such as innovative skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows. Entrance to the house is from leafy Viewhill Road, with double-height ceilings flooding core of the house with light. The sunken formal lounge, which doubles as a theatre room, and the adjacent dining room both enjoy tranquil garden views. The kitchen, which overlooks the pool, has a Miele cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, stunning black glass sink, walk-in pantry and breakfast bar. It flows through to an informal living area opening out to a covered veranda ideal for alfresco entertaining around the pool. The extensive amenities include a bedroom/study downstairs, two bedrooms upstairs with built-ins and balcony access and an impressive master suite with double-sided walk-in robes and large ensuite with corner spa and sumptuous retro oval shower. A bathroom downstairs and further family bathroom upstairs with second corner spa complete this impressive package. This exceptional double-brick home also features a double garage with internal access and workshop, separate parking space, ducted heating, split system heating and cooling upstairs, TV points in each room, laundry with storage, 5000l water tank, gas hot water, security and a tree-filled front yard offering further privacy. Zoned for Balwyn High School, Boroondara Park Primary School, and with easy access to the Doncaster bus to Westfield, Box Hill and CBD, city tram and close to supermarket and village shops.