16 Mountain Street, Essendon, Vic 3040

Occupying approximately 877sqm of north-facing backyard, Mar Lodge land, this captivating Californian blends inter-war charisma with countless modern comforts, perfect for a family to enjoy long into the future or start anew with a landmark luxury residence.

Commanding courtesy of an elevated stance and distant setback typical of the era, the endearing home’s Baltic pine and hardwood floors, dark wall panelling and picture rails, and high, ornate ceilings promise an instant, memorable impression. Spread over the main home and a separate, two-storey unit at block’s rear, accommodation proves ample for the large family, combining to offer four substantial bedrooms, an additional office/fifth bedroom, three smart bathrooms, and excellent storage in walk-in and built-in robes.

Centring around a first-class kitchen with 900mm Smeg cooker, Westinghouse dishwasher, extensive cabinetry, and stone benches, a peaceful lounge and open family/dining area provide welcomed living separation; the latter stepping into an expansive barbecue alfresco usable across all seasons. Brilliant for everything from summer gatherings to midnight dips and kids having their friends over after school, a solar and electric-heated pool is the focal point of a sun-soaked backyard. A pool house with kitchenette and lounge area doubles as a bar or server’s base for marquee events, while a bathroom and lofted studio add potential as a visitor’s suite or professional’s escape.

Other highlights include 16 solar panels, ducted heating/refrigerated cooling, water temperature control, outdoor speakers, pop-up power points, plantation shutters, sub-floor fans for air flow, a Matador barbecue and bar fridge, soaker tub, automated Velux skylight, and under-floor heating to the main bathroom, an oversized laundry, storeroom, dedicated Christmas light circuit, double garage, several extra driveway spaces, and mobile integration to pool and studio lighting, security cameras, garage/gate access, blinds, irrigation, and an alarm.

Sensationally placed for indulging in the Essendon lifestyle, it’s just moments to acclaimed public and private schools, freeways, numerous buses, the city-bound 59 tram, Essendon Station, scattered parks and sporting fields, the scenic Maribyrnong River Trail, and shops, cafés, bars, and restaurants spanning Buckley Street, Fawkner Street, Keilor Road, and North Essendon Village.