17 Fulham Road, Alphington, Vic 3078

Here is a rare offering indeed - set on a spacious 800 sq.m. block, in a prime location, suitable for dual-family living, and ideal for a work-from-home owner. This gracious and tastefully-restored solid brick Federation style residence, in a quiet tree-lined street close to the Yarra and public transport, is one of Alphington's finest houses. It is immediately inviting, with red-brick and stucco finishes, deep leadlight bay windows, a central pillar-flanked portico, and double doors. The high-ceilinged entrance hall is of room-sized proportions. It opens to two extremely large light-filled bedrooms overlooking the deep front garden; the view from the main bedroom is framed by the branches of a mature liriodendron. An elegant living and dining room with pillared timber mantel looks out through a bay window to the garden on the southern side. These formal rooms at the front of the house feature carefully restored timber strapping, coffered ceilings and fine plasterwork. To the left of the central hall are a full concealed laundry and tiled bathroom. Handsome Rennie Mackintosh-style doors open to the rear section of the house, where there is a sunny study/workroom, a third double bedroom, and a large country-style kitchen with stainless steel stove and pantry. Additional storage space is provided by a utility room, from which runs a second tiled bathroom.
The present owners have built a second substantial dwelling on one side of the garden. Carefully designed to complement the architecture of the main house, this attractive building comprises a large lower-level living and dining zone, kitchen and bathroom/laundry; upstairs are two airy attic rooms, one a bedroom, the other a home office or studio with a balcony overlooking the vegetable garden. On the opposite side of the garden is a substantial timber studio/workshop.
The wide and deep rear garden, partly paved, partly grassed, contains a profusion of fruit trees (citrus, quince, pear, olive and stone fruit). These are watered by a combination of tankwater and a grey-water system. A mature grape vine runs along the side boundary, where there is ample parking for several cars.
This meticulously restored property features a wealth of period detail, polished floors, ducted heating to the main house and reverse-cycle airconditioning to the garden dwelling. An extension to the rear could be accomplished (STCA) without compromising garden space.
Agent: Nelson Alexander Pty Ltd