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Originally constructed in the 1920’s “YURNGA” demonstrates timeless heritage architecture, radiating the post-world war architecture era of the Craftsman’s and the California bungalow.
More recently in 2018, the entire apartment complex underwent a full restoration externally in accordance with its heritage overlay whilst updating to current building safety regulations. The restoration and upgrade was supported by all apartment owners contributing $270,000 to complete the works.
Apartment 8 was also recently architecturally redesigned and meticulously restored, no expense was spared and no detail left out of this double brick, character rich, craftsman’s apartment.
It is extremely rare to find a single heritage apartment that has undergone such a complete refurbishment, taken back to its bare bones and then fully restored; the extensive work overall means “everything” was fully restored and renovated to meet current building regulations and fire safety requirements, including fire safety separation between apartment levels, soundproofing, double glazing, economical LED lighting throughout, thick thermal insulation and acoustic underlay matting installed between apartment levels. The extensive work was completed to meet more current Australian building standards and be more economically friendly. This essentially means the apartment is very quiet, warm and cosy in winter and cool in summer, ensuring comfortable and peaceful living year round surrounded by timeless architecture, conveying a minimal contribution to its carbon footprint.
From the moment you enter the 1st floor apartment there is an undeniable “wow” factor, guided by character filled “solid” hardwood floors and it gets better. If you love to cook and entertain friends, the kitchen is to die for. It is extremely rare to find a full size custom built high quality kitchen within a heritage 2 bed apartment, complemented with quality Bosch side by side oven appliances and extra-large hidden dishwasher drawer. Everything has been perfectly planned to ensure beautiful clean lines and flow, with thick waterfall stone island benchtops and hidden appliances. Spending more time at home within this kitchen can only be desirable.
Accompanying, there are two great sized bedrooms, the master complete with walk-in robe hosting a large double height clothes hanging rack separated by an original heritage door converted into a sliding barn door in front of the amazing original exposed brick wall and door beams . The second guest bedroom, study, sunroom or lavish dining room extends externally via the double glazed bi-fold doors to a balcony landing.
Next you find an amazing custom designed bathroom featuring all natural honed bluestone tiles, double designer made metal sinks, storage cabinets the full width and height of the bathroom hidden behind the 4 panel mirror doors, complemented by large custom walk through shower with dual showers heads.
Architecturally redesigned with open plan living, space and flow featuring period tall 9 foot ceilings, exposed original timber beams and ceiling fans thought out, stunning charter rich "real" solid hardwood timber floors, exposed brick walls and an economical gas log fireplace.
The location is simply perfect for every lifestyle activity. Sitting in an absolute prime location, the apartment is literally on the border of Balaclava, Elwood and St Kilda. Simply walk across the road for your morning coffee at some of Elwood’s finest coffee shops. A few moments further you find vibrant Carlisle Street cafes and shops in Balaclava. With the City trams just a skip away and trains only a 5-minute brisk walk or a light stroll through the Botanical Gardens leading you to St Kilda’s Acland Street and beach.
Renovations of this quality and to this extent and finish are extremely unique and rare, don’t miss out on this opportunity as there’s not another one quite like it.
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