513 Strathfieldsaye Road, Strathfieldsaye, Vic 3551

Set on the slopes of Piepers Hill on approximately 2.32ha (5.9 acres), Symbester is one of the closest acreage properties to Kennington/Strathdale, offering a quiet semi-rural lifestyle just 2 km from essential amenities. 
Circa 1900, the solid red-brick facade features classic return verandahs adorned with ornate timber fretwork and cast iron lace. Interior highlights include 3.5mt (12 ft) pressed metal ceilings, polished Baltic pine floors, sash windows, and leadlight glazing. 

While the home has undergone several renovations, the latest Hamptons-inspired makeover enhances its charm without compromising its period character. 
The traditional central hallway leads to five spacious bedrooms. The main suite boasts access to the return verandah, twin walk-in robes, and a brand-new luxury ensuite equipped with a walk-in shower, classic tap ware vanity, and WC. The remaining four bedrooms include built-in robes and ceiling fans, sharing a newly finished family bathroom with the same luxe detailing. 

The superb formal lounge features a picture window overlooking the tranquil garden, complemented by a wall of built-in cabinets and bookshelves surrounding a white open fireplace with a gas log-fire insert. 
The heart of the home is the open-style kitchen, dining, and family living area. A skylight illuminates this space, which includes a window seat, a built-in TV unit, and French doors leading to the side verandah. 

Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the substantial stone-topped island in the kitchen, the ample storage, a double pantry, and NEFF appliances, including an induction cooktop, twin ovens, and an integrated dishwasher. The adjoining dining area is perfect for accommodating larger gatherings. 
A long euro laundry behind bi-fold doors hides the dirty washing, and a walk-in storeroom keeps linens and bulky items organised. 
The property’s gardens were lovingly revitalised, showcasing TifTuf lawns, privacy hedging, exposed aggregated paths, vine-draped arbours, a tiered fountain, an olive grove, and manicured lavender beds. A rose-covered arbour frames the steps to the back door, creating a picturesque setting for family gatherings and a new alfresco pavilion features an open fireplace ready for year-round entertaining.

Additional features include a new sun-drenched pool with a brick pool house and a freestanding home office/studio with split-system air conditioning. An 11m x 7m two-room bungalow offers potential for various uses, from a home-operated business, a teen retreat, or guest lodging to a yoga studio. 
A Colorbond workshop, a chook shed/dog run, a large pony paddock, town water, and natural gas are added benefits.
This stunning family sanctuary is 5 minutes from LaTrobe University, schools, and local shopping centres, making it an ideal choice for buyers of all ages.