1 Leinster Grove, Brunswick East, Vic 3057

Discerning families who want it all will find this pristine Edwardian residence opposite Methven Park hard to resist. A picture of elegance behind four silver birch trees, picket fence and fretwork-adorned verandah, the renovated and extended weatherboard dwelling stands proudly in a tightly held cul-de-sac that is just 200m from Brunswick East’s celebrated eateries, bars, shops, boutiques and transport (tram, bus). Recently refurbished to exemplify low-maintenance living, it has an entry hall with cloak cupboard, four bedrooms (main has ensuite and built-in robes, bed 3 has built-in robes), lounge room, dining room, and as-new bathroom with frameless glass shower, freestanding bath, wall-hung toilet, floating vanity with rectangular basin and walk-in linen press. Integrating the laundry at the far end, the designer kitchen includes a 2.4m x 0.9m island bench/breakfast bar, stainless-steel appliances (Smeg freestanding 900mm oven, five-burner gas cooktop, Qasair canopy rangehood), Caesarstone benchtops and splashbacks, integrated Miele dishwasher, pull-out rubbish bin, Franke double sink with insinkerator, space for a double fridge, soft-closing plate and pot drawers, and pantry. French doors off the lounge room lead onto a covered deck and beyond in the brick-paved backyard, which has a fold-down washing line and potential right-of-way access from the rear lane (via Jarvie St). A timber staircase ascends to the vast rumpus room or theatre space, which is illuminated by two Velux roof windows. There is also roof storage, and a study nook under the stairs. High ceilings, ducted heating, refrigerated cooling, polished NSW spotted gum floorboards, UV roller blinds, established gardens, and more, combine for a life of style and substance. *In conjunction with GA Thomson & Co (Carlton)