28 Marco Polo Street, Essendon, Vic 3040

Within metres of shops, cafés, and restaurants, this completely reimagined residence is a haven of space, style, and sunlit splendour, offering families a luxurious take on the Essendon lifestyle.

A warm and welcoming entrance hall shows intricate wainscoting and Blackbutt floors, guiding flow toward the plan’s focal point. Conceived by architect Brian Darmanin to soak in sun during cooler months, a winter courtyard is surrounded by expanses of glass and a high-ceiling corridor, while a brilliant main living/dining area steps onto a backyard summer deck to comfortably cater for gatherings large and small. A lavish kitchen heightens hospitality prowess to no end, with inclusions spanning a fully integrated Liebherr fridge/freezer, Smeg double oven with warming drawer, induction cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, bar fridge, concealed bar with Billi tap, and waterfall island ideal for casual meals.

With a walk-in robe to main/guest rooms and built-in robes to the remaining, four broad bedrooms are accompanied by a master ensuite, central bathroom with separate WC, and fully revamped third-room ensuite with floor heating, while other highlights include reverse-cycle heating/cooling, a living-room fireplace, full-size laundry, video intercom, shed, alarm, two secure carport spaces, and direct gate access to Allison Park behind. On the border of vibrant North Essendon Village, it’s close to prestigious schools, DFO, and CityLink while steps to parks, Glenbervie Station, and the 59 tram.