3 Banksia Road, Caulfield South VIC 3162

A period treasure of gracious character, this superbly accommodating 4-5 bedroom + study, 3 bathroom Art Deco family home is a tropical poolside paradise with a private poolhouse in a lush garden landscape. Packed with original charm including high decorative ceilings, leadlights, deep skills and Baltic pine polished boards, this single level heartwarmer enjoys a gorgeous security porch, a proud entry hallway, an elegant lounge with fireplace, a superb open plan living and dining area with Victorian Ash double herringbone parquetry floors, granite/timber entertainer's kitchen with breakfast bar and AEG/Miele appliances; a beautiful main bedroom with built in robes and immaculate fully tiled spa ensuite, 3 more spacious bedrooms, a central study/sitting room with storage and sleek main bathroom with laundry facilities. Light and inviting, the rear garden has a fantastic brick paved alfresco area perfect for hosting friends & family under the covered pergola, a sublime solar heated pool and spa for the kids, a lush tropical garden and the amazing poolhouse/5th bed with its bi-fold doors creating a beautiful guest space with its own kitchenette, ensuite and air conditioning. Fitted with all the essentials for modern day living, this family favourite is complete with ducted heating, R/C air conditioning, block out blinds, a security gate, instant hot water and space for 3 cars (1 carport). Nestled away in this tightly held street near Princes Park, Hawthorn Road cafes and the No 64 tram, with a choice of independent and public schools nearby, moments to Elsternwick train station and the vibrant Elsternwick Village café and wine bar scene.