1223 Burke Road, Kew, Vic 3101

Expressions of Interest 

In prestigious Sackville Ward surroundings, magnificent Carbethon c1910 elegantly merges Federation-era character with sophisticated, architect-designed contemporary spaces that offer state-of-the-art family luxury just minutes from elite private schools. Elevated and set back on a substantial 1497sqm (approx.) parcel, a no-expense-spared renovation and restoration has carefully created a stunning four-bedroom plus study family home in a location widely regarded as one of Melbourne’s finest. 
Immediately impressive gazing out across its expansive garden, all the grace and grandeur of the era remains in its restored tuck-pointed brick façade where a handsome return verandah, exquisite leadlight entry and original bluestone steps hint at the classical elegance that lies within. A wonderfully wide entry foyer with spectacular chandelier creates an unforgettable introduction to a series of spaces that showcase their originality in soaring ceilings, multiple open fireplaces and beautiful leadlight windows now protected by a quiet double glazing. 

Large living and dining rooms with bay windows are accompanied by a secluded study with open fireplace and the lavish ground floor main bedroom suite featuring extensive built-in robes/storage and dressing domain, sumptuous marble ensuite with freestanding bath and steam shower, and private garden terrace. At the rear, a fully insulated, climate-controlled cellar with security access offers display storage for over 700 bottles and shelving for glassware and spirits, adjoining a leading-edge contemporary kitchen that confirms its quality in a spectacular copper-lined skylight, porcelain benchtops, integrated Liebherr fridge/ freezer, Zip tap, Smeg appliances including induction cooktop, two wall ovens, steam oven and warming drawer. Butler’s pantry with second fridge, extensive storage, large oven and dishwasher. Bifold doors unfold to undercover alfresco entertaining with strip heating and built-in TV, extensive decking with kitchen garden and the secure rear garden. Upstairs, a family bathroom accompanies three luxurious bedrooms including one with walk-in robe/storage and ensuite, one with extensive built-in robes/storage and another with walk-in robe/dressing and balcony with horizon views to Box Hill. 

A long list of other highlights starts with a ground floor powder room and laundry, heated bathroom and kitchen floors, heated towel rails, multi-zoned ducted reverse cycle air conditioning, extensive custom storage, Bose surround sound, multiple grand chandeliers and pendant lights, feature LED lighting, double glazed windows, monitored alarm, high definition CCTV and sensor-controlled external floodlighting, perimeter security with video intercom and remote gates, secure garden shed, manicured established gardens with room for a pool or further landscaping, abundant secure off street parking.      

Walk to Burke and Cotham Road trams, Deepdene Village cafes, highly regarded Deepdene and OLPS Primary Schools, leading private schools Genazzano and Carey Grammar with a short tram ride to Camberwell Grammar, MLC, Ruyton, Trinity Grammar, Xavier College and Fintona. Easily access Balwyn Village, Camberwell and Kew Junctions, Balwyn and Rivoli Cinemas, trains, parkland, Outer Circle Trails, and the Eastern Freeway.