A beautiful balance of period warmth and relaxed entertaining captures the heart of this superb 4 bedroom 2 bathroom timber Californian Bungalow. ‘Ermelo’ c1930 is gorgeous with its decked verandah, refinished Baltic pine floorboards, high ceilings, picture rails and leadlights in the original part of the single level home, while seamlessly extended to create a modern marvel of open plan entertaining for today’s family living. Enjoying zoned accommodation, this quality renovation showcases a wide entry hall to double glass doors to an engaging sitting room with leadlight bow window, fireplace and library; 3 spacious bedrooms (robes) and the impeccable family bathroom. At the end of the hall is the imposing open plan living and dining area finished with Tasmanian Oak floorboards creating 2 distinct spaces highlighted by a stand-out entertainer’s kitchen, which features a 900mm Smeg stove, Asko dishwasher, appliance pantry, spice drawers, pull-out pantry and a huge island bench that will be the envy of all your friends. The main bedroom is nestled at the back with a custom walk in robe, chic ensuite and deck access. The laundry is a dream with loads of storage. Bi-fold doors open onto a west-facing deck, level lawn and a fire-pit area, making alfresco living private, secure and easy. Maintaining the ceiling height throughout, this lovingly maintained home has everything you could want, including zoned gas ducted heating/electric air conditioning, instant hot water, full security including an alarm, keyless entry, video intercom and auto gate, vogue lighting, a water tank and a large auto garage. In close proximity to Caulfield Racecourse, enjoy the weekend market at Glen Huntly Park, the monthly market at the racecourse and the kids will love the adventure play at Booran Reserve and the large oval on the corner of Booran & Neerim Rd. You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to supermarkets (Caulfield Village or Glen Huntly Village), cafes from Mr Brightside to The Servery, transport (train, tram and buses) and schools as it’s zoned for Caulfield South Primary School and Glen Eira College, with Melbourne Grammar, Caulfield Grammar, Shelford Girls’ School and Kilvington Grammar within each reach via public transport.