32 Gilbert Grove, Bentleigh VIC 3204

First time offered in 44 years, this captivating three bedroom plus study two bathroom Art Deco treasure is in keeping with its origins while offering the qualities of today. Adorned with double leadlight doors, tapestry brick fireplaces, Art Deco ceilings, picture rails and timber skirting boards, this 1937 solid brick jewel enjoys a double door entry, an elegant sitting room with gas log fire, a north facing dining room with open fireplace and a dazzling new central kitchen (VZug oven, Miele dishwasher) overlooking the casual family room. The beautiful main bedroom wakes up to the morning sun and features private garden views, a spa ensuite and built in robes. There are the two original spacious bedrooms (huge floor to ceiling built in robes) sharing an immaculate bathroom, a private study and a laundry/sewing room. The east facing rear garden is home to a covered alfresco deck, an outdoor spa, a water feature, a vegie patch and a two room workshop, plus it offers secure parking under the carport (auto door). Welcomed by a fragrant rose garden, this endearing home is updated with plantation shutters, gas heating, lineal diffused air conditioning, ceiling fans and parking along the driveway or in the parking bay. In one of Bentleigh’s finest streets on the edge of Centre Road’s vibrant shopping strip, walk to Bentleigh station, Allnutt Park, Bentleigh West Primary School, Victory Park and OLSH College, minutes to Dendy Park, Brighton Secondary College and private schools.