97 Rutland Avenue, Mount Eliza VIC 3930

With the spirit of the Hamptons distilled into its DNA, realise the American dream with this landmark five-bedroom Mt Eliza home enviably positioned only minutes from the beach and village in the heart of the prestigious Ranelagh Estate. Defined by its unashamed storybook elegance on a sizeable 1023 sqm (approx.) corner block, this enchanting property will tug at the heartstrings of buyers with a true appreciation of traditional style, while sprawling spaces for both formal and family living speak to the demands of todays market. Beyond a deep, shaded verandah custom-designed for dozing and daydreams, the welcoming hallway is flanked by the homes formal zones - a gracious lounge to the left and light-filled dining room to the right where a pretty bay window frames lovely garden views. Suffused with wonderful natural light under a pitched roofline, a charming country-style all-Miele kitchen has gleaming white cabinets and sleek timber benches, while the adjacent breakfast room with French doors to the lawn and a good old-fashioned window seat perfect for perusing the weekend papers or your favourite cookbook are both delightful additions here. Also at entry level, a vast main family room with built-in wet bar delivers a joyous abundance of space to spread out, relax and unwind, while French doors lead out to an enclosed all-weather garden room that soaks up the winter sun. Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom indulges parents with extra space to lounge and a deluxe spa ensuite, while two of the four additional family bedrooms, all with built-in robes, open to a shared Juliet balcony. Outside, a charming garden gazebo with plumbed barbecue kitchen has your summer entertaining in hand, while the 1023 sqm (approx.) corner block provides ample space to add a swimming pool for family fitness and fun. A lazy stroll to the village and close to leading private schools Toorak College and the Peninsula School, extras here include gas ducted heating, airconditioning, security system, ground floor guests powder room, handy extra shower in the laundry, 6 solar panels feeding back to the grid, lock-up garage and additional off-street parking.