17 Iona Avenue, Toorak, Vic 3142

An iconic masterpiece of luxury and innovation, this magnificent contemporary domain with an all-levels lift and indoor pool/spa is an architectural triumph behind a superb 1930s façade that’s brilliantly reimagined. Spanning multiple levels of spectacular indoor-outdoor family space, this expansive designer residence presents an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity in a prestigious Toorak pocket between Irving and Clendon Roads.

Beyond a tranquil water-feature garden, the substantial and state-of-the-art interior unfolds with large-scale quartz tiling in the entrance hall leading to an executive study with custom timber cabinetry, a formal lounge with a gas log fireplace and an 1800+ bottle wine cellar crafted by Vine & Vault. Further is a deluxe ground-floor bedroom suite complementing four equally-impressive upstairs bedrooms (main with freestanding stone bath ensuite and balcony).

Entertaining is taken to stunning new heights in an extensive family living and dining area adjoining a heated inhouse pool/spa, gym and Scandinavian sauna with a bathroom. A huge chef’s kitchen with its stunning 8.33-metre stone island bench is equipped with V-ZUG induction cooktop and steam oven, Bertazzoni range cooker, Liebherr fridges/freezers and Miele dishwashers plus pantry as it extends bar-like to a massive terrace complete with a Hero BBQ kitchen with drinks fridge.

Upstairs is a versatile lounge retreat and a large rooftop terrace with a citrus garden and views towards the city, while there’s also a fully-fitted home theatre with 12 recliner seats to enjoy movies with the family and the footy with friends plus a versatile self-contained mezzanine space perfect as a games room or for additional inter-generational, teen or au pair accommodation. 

Other features include laundry chute, Villeroy & Boch vanities, heated towel rails, hydronic heating, air-con, double-glazing, Nest home automation, CCTV, alarm and a six-car remote-control garage. Taking indulgence to the absolute next level, this sublime family home amidst Colombo Design Partnership-landscaping offers unrivalled prestige in one of Melbourne’s most desirable locations near private schools, Hawksburn & Toorak Villages, High Street Armadale, trams, trains, parks and freeway.