21 Barry Street, Kew, Vic 3101

Open For Inspection - Saturday 1st March at 11-11.30am

Magnificently nestled within glorious deep west-facing landscaped garden and pool surrounds, this significant c1890 Queen Anne residence’s breathtaking dimensions impressively combine the original elegance and grandeur of the era with state-of-the-art contemporary design and sophisticated home technology.
Beneath soaring ceilings with rich French oak herringbone parquetry floors underfoot, an imposing reception hall introduces a sumptuous library/executive office, graciously proportioned sitting room and the grand formal dining room all featuring original fireplaces. Defined by a contemporary interpretation of “conservatory” style using steel-framed windows and doors, the spectacular family living and dining areas surround a premium chef’s kitchen. Appointed with stone benches, 4-door Aga oven, Gaggenau steamer, Liebherr fridge/freezer and bar fridge, 2 Miele dishwashers, a scullery and butler’s pantry, it is both irresistibly elegant and effortlessly functional. The steel framed doors open the living and dining to a bluestone herringbone undercover terrace with BBQ for al fresco dining and entertaining while enjoying wonderful city views. The terrace leads down to the utterly captivating gardens with solar/gas heated self-cleaning pool and a fabulous summer house with open fire, full kitchen and stylish bathroom.
Accessed by a stately floating staircase and lift, upstairs family accommodation comprises a king bedroom with robes, fireplace, marble en suite and balcony, two additional oversized bedrooms with robes and fireplaces, a marble bathroom and an opulent main bedroom with extensive walk in robes and lavish marble en suite. Commanding panoramic city views, the main bedroom also features “secret” access to the home’s tower, an inviting retreat offering remarkable city and Yarra parkland views.
On the basement level, also reached by lift, there is an expansive games/media room opening to the garden, a marble bathroom, laundry, wine cellar, storerooms and a triple garage with 3-phase power,.
Exclusively situated in a prized Studley Park address close to elite schools, Kew Junction, trams
and Yarra River trails, it is comprehensively appointed with alarm, video intercom, C-Bus, hydronic heating, under bluestone heating, RC/air-conditioning, remote blinds, ducted vacuum, audio wiring, powder-room, irrigation, drying room, underground water tank and auto gates. Land size: