Our five favourite homes for sale in Victoria right now
By Mary O'Brien and Lou Sweeney
We’ve rounded up the best properties on the market right now to help you choose.
26 Central Springs Road, Daylesford VIC
Stroll down the hill from this Daylesford dreamboat and you’re on Vincent Street, the heart of all that this atmospheric town has to offer. You might, however, be so enchanted by 26 Central Springs Road that you spend most of your time in its warm embrace.
The story here is as appealing as the house itself. The owners transported this classic Edwardian beauty from Kew and set about restoring it to its former glory.
“It’s a beautiful house,” says Biggin Scott’s Lisa Samulski. “As much of the original as possible has been retained, with all modern conveniences added.”
There are four excellent bedrooms, most with original fireplaces and the main with a smooth en suite. The cracking central bathroom’s combo of twin ceramic basins and timber vanity is an eye-catcher.
The deeply attractive kitchen-dining area creates something quite special with its cool white subway tiles, stone benches and knockout royal-blue cabinetry, combined with timber floors and a lined ceiling.
Verandahs and a rear deck ring the home, leading out into a superb garden full of colour, greenery and languid space. A sunken fire pit and a separate garage/studio complete what is a large, lovely offering in a much-loved locale.
The private sale carries a guide of $1.895 million.
132 McIlwraith Street, Carlton North VIC
Behind an unassuming facade in Princes Hill lies an intriguing ’90s house designed by Peter Williams. Natural light streams through the lounge with parquetry floors and a fireplace, while the family room has exposed beams and glass doors to a patio and garden. “It’s a good block in a great area,” the agent says.
105/6 Rochester Street, Fitzroy VIC
Eco-conscious folk will love this sleek apartment with a seven-star energy rating. Designed by Breathe and Ola Studio, the living space has parquetry floors, exposed concrete, an edgy kitchen with a terrazzo splashback, and an adjoining north-facing balcony. Bonuses include double glazing, hydronic heating and bike storage. “It’s a hidden oasis,” the agent says.
105/227 St Georges Road, Northcote VIC
There’s a lot to like in this bright, spacious inner-city pad in the NOCO complex. The living space and wide balcony face north, while Mim Design’s curvy kitchen is a classic. Step out to the trams or walk to Croxton Station. “You really feel the energy of the inner north here,” the agent says.
37 Mayston Street, Hawthorn East VIC
Cherished by the same family for 40 years, this 1892 home combines Victorian glory with a light-filled extension by Neil Architecture. The single-level house has formal rooms, a fitted study and flowing connections to landscaped outdoor spaces, a water feature and a kitchen garden. “It’s close to Camberwell Junction shops,” the agent says.
This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission.