7/26-28 Ivanhoe Parade, Ivanhoe VIC 3079

SOLD by Miles Real Estate. Commanding a highly-coveted rear position atop of a boutique two-storey setting of only eight, this luxury single-level penthouse apartment delivers an elite low-maintenance lifestyle with sought-after privacy, direct internal lift access and spectacular uninterrupted views to the city skyline.

A truly rare offering for discerning downsizers and professionals, the secure and peaceful position is as perfect as the location putting privileged new owners within only footsteps of Ivanhoe's myriad cafes and restaurants, boutique shopping, leading schools, parks and effortless transport connections.

An extraordinarily unique highlight making everyday life considerably easier and safer, a substantial entrance hall features private lift access from the secure basement garage that opens directly inside introducing the extensive interior's impressive sense of space, light and flow.

Spotted gum floorboards, granite-topped fitted cabinetry and a HeatnGlo gas fireplace combine with expansive glazing and sweeping elevated views in a large dining and living room that seamlessly extends to a premium Smeg-appointed kitchen (induction cooktop, pantry) offering outstanding functionality, and an oversized undercover terrace where the city skyline stretches dramatically across the vast horizon.

A dedicated study (possible extra bedroom or second living area) opens to the wraparound terrace alfresco, as does superbly zoned accommodation of two sizable bedrooms with one including built-in robes and a foldaway Robin Hood ironing station, while a spacious main suite incorporates a walk-in robe and an elegant ensuite with an oversized shower.

There's also a fully-tiled bathroom, a European laundry, video intercom, ducted heating and cooling, as well as two secure car parking spaces and a huge storage cage.

In a penthouse position that's completely without peer, this stunning apartment with internal lift entry for unrivalled accessibility is enviably located for a first-class lifestyle by Ivanhoe's retail-restaurant centre, the Burgundy Street precinct and Heidelberg's Austin and Mercy Hospitals.