‘Listowel’ c. 1890, 909 Drummond Street, Carlton North VIC 3054

‘Listowel’ is a landmark c. 1890 Victorian balcony terrace perched on approximately 546sqm in a prized Carlton North locale. Resplendent with historic grandeur and palatial in its proportions, the sumptuous double-storey layout has been architecturally extended for contemporary indoor-outdoor living on an impressive scale. Held by its current owners for over 40 years and offered for only the third time in its history, this significant home is both an architectural masterpiece and a superb family sanctuary with ROW access, now ready for a new generation.

Proudly elevated above tiered gardens and wrapped in elaborate cast-iron filigree, the handsome facade unveils an arched hallway via a stained glass entrance, where soaring ceilings, intricate rosettes and ornate cornices adorn the front of the home. Here you will find two huge rooms with marble fireplaces – a stunning lounge and stately home office (or potential bedroom). The home’s heart is an opulent formal living and formal dining area, with marble fireplaces and polished floorboards.

A gourmet stone-topped kitchen appointed with premium European fixtures and a breakfast bar, and a pristine downstairs bathroom round out the ground level interior. Maximising the glorious west aspect via floor-to-ceiling glass, a luxurious informal living/dining zone spills onto the magnificent undercover entertainer’s terrace overlooking a resort-style heated pool and child-friendly lawn, framed by towering hedges.

The first floor accommodates an enormous main bedroom with extensive built-in robes and access to the splendid balcony with breathtaking district views across magnolia trees. Also upstairs are five generous bedrooms (two with an adjoining study and one that can be used as an additional living room), a marble bathroom with a spa bath and shower, plus a bright third bathroom.

Features include hydronic heating, an alarm system, under-stair storage, rainwater tanks and an automatic double garage accessed via the rear lane. Additionally, it is placed steps to CBD trams and strolling distance to Melbourne University, Princes Park, Lygon Street restaurants, excellent schools and charming Rathdowne Village with its cafes, library and beautiful square.