14 Stawell Street, Kew, Vic 3101

Displaying exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail, this stately showpiece (c1900) sees an inspired reimagining carry period elegance and eminence into the modern day.

Relishing the renowned tranquillity synonymous with its Studley Park setting, captivating facades showcase design cues typical of the widely adored Queen Anne style, with an unforgettable street stance augmented by a trickling fountain and canopies of manicured verdure. Owing its tasteful adaptation to notable heritage architect John O’Loughlin, a brilliantly broad entrance hall evokes a feeling of space and grandeur, framed by a pair of intricate arches, and Jarrah floors. Expansive formal living and dining rooms neighbour a considerable office, with home workdays enlivened by garden views through original bay windows.

Providing the option of single-level living, two downstairs bedrooms sit either side of a lavish bathroom, with an inviting hallway introducing a quiet central lounge and wine cellar en route to a magnificent main area. Hitting its stride when guests arrive, a substantial family/meals space spills into sublime north and south-facing outdoor domains, with a radiant, gas-heated pool/spa an ideal complement to a sun-soaked entertainer’s yard. A home chef’s kitchen caters for the regular host, with plentiful cabinet storage joined by a walk-in pantry, integrated Miele dishwasher, and high-end Gaggenau cooking appliances.

A bright second storey’s first-class master boasts a dressing room and luxe ensuite, while built-in robes, stone-top study stations, and a sumptuous bathroom with spa bath serve two additional bedrooms. A generational family prospect rich with esteem and exclusivity, features include striking marble bathrooms, kitchen, and fireplaces, hydronic heating, ducted heating/cooling, heated towel rails, automated irrigation, extensive roof storage, ceiling-integrated audio, a pool-serving fourth bathroom, full-size laundry with drying cupboard, gas fire to family area, alarm, CCTV, and room for three cars comfortably off-street. 

Sprawling over a vast 905sqm in Kew’s resplendent Yarra district, it’s a mere 200m to Kew Junction’s celebrated array of restaurants, cafés, bars, and shops, while moments from city/MCG-bound trams, Willsmere Village, the Eastern Freeway, and revered private schools (including Xavier, Trinity, MLC, Ruyton, and Carey).