11 Steele Street, Moonee Ponds, Vic 3039

Swathed in Federation grandeur within a tranquil family streetscape in a prized position and delivering potential for a sensational family home on an exceptional 569m2. Originally on land that had been a cattle run in the 1840's, then a vineyard, George Alfred Pickering purchased this plot and finally built in 1903. As a bricklayer, it's not surprisingly the construction features a classy brick façade with integrated niche archways. Period style is enhanced by a patchwork of stunning green leadlight front windows, tessellated tile veranda entry and exquisite French front doors off the dining and front door which opens into a majestic hallway framed with extraordinary plaster fretwork.

In original condition yet comfortable with soaring ceilings, two stylishly unique narrow windows, timber floorboards and a flexible floorplan with three vast bedrooms, one with windows that appear to disappear from the floor into the ceiling. There's a separate dining room which boasts a second French door entry with a bluestone step, an open plan kitchen living that's bathed in natural light and a freestanding rear weatherboard bungalow, studio or home office.

A charming and meandering network of brick paths feature in the much loved backyard with raised garden beds, a plethora of roses and a lemon tree, with a rear shed that backs onto the laneway offering potential driveway or garage access (STCA). Rediscover the origins of this charming historic home with ambient fireplaces, deep cornices and skirting boards, with enormous scope to create your lifestyle masterpiece.

Quietly nestled in an area coveted for its rich historic heritage as recorded by the City of Moonee Valley Heritage Review, in close proximity to Moonee Ponds Junction, Puckle St shopping and cafes. There's a choice of quality schools, Ormond and Queens Park, city cycling trails and only 30 minutes to the CBD on the #59 tram with easy access to freeways and airports.