6 Boronia Street, Canterbury VIC 3126

Steeped in tradition and filled with character, this exquisite, 5 bedroom, 1890s Victorian home of substance has been renovated with a tasteful sensitivity to its original period. Perfect for the discerning urban family, the home is an outstanding example of late 19th Century architectural splendour that is beautifully presented with towering ceilings, fine ceiling roses, red dyed windows and polished Baltic Pine floors. Warmed by the ambiance of open fire places and the radiance of hydronic heating, the residence is incredibly welcoming in a superbly landscaped garden setting.

Up-dated and enhanced with utmost of respect for its original charms, the home presents a contemporary kitchen with broad family-friendly stone benches that overlooks both the backyard and a generous open-plan living area that features contemporary built-in storage. As it flows to a lush and private garden setting, the home inspires thoughts of the most lavish al fresco entertainers lifestyle.

A separate lounge highlights a timber fire place, while modern plantation shutters tastefully reveal more delightful vistas of the front garden and a broad wrap-around balcony, all of which helps define the homes extraordinary street appeal.

A flexible floorplan is ideal for the modern and evolving family, as it offers a private master bedroom with an ensuite, and double robes on either side of another open fire place. Upstairs, another of the bedrooms presents a wonderful retreat for older children with an alternative living area that could easily work as a place for movies and / or gaming.

Additional features include a beautifully renovated main bathroom and family-sized laundry, as well as a lock-up garage and a long driveway that is suited to another few cars or for children to play.

This exclusive location is a family paradise, within walking distance of Canterbury Railway Station for easy city commuting, as well as fine coffee, smashed avocado and a great drop of wine on Maling Rd. An outstanding selection of Melbournes finest public and private schools are also within easy reach, as is the beauty of Canterbury Gardens.