203-205 Charman Road, Cheltenham, Vic 3192

A landmark between Cheltenham Village and the beach, this 16,232 sqft/1,508 sqm approx property is set to make history in a new era. Rising up to hold a grand solid brick early 1900's home "Lorne", this substantial property represents a rare opportunity to live in the grand manner of yesterday, develop for tomorrow...or perhaps a little of each! Treat this grand home with the respect it deserves and live with rare period beauty and estate-like grounds. Extravagantly finished with timber panelling, leadlight-detailed cabinetry, lofty decorative ceilings and the rumour of thick jarrah floors beneath existing carpet, this significant home has been maintained in immaculate original condition. A time-capsule of period grace, interconnected lounge and dining rooms are wrapped by a wide return verandah, three bedrooms are serviced by a vast bathroom featuring vintage tiling and fittings, while a pristine kitchen retains its original grand proportions and timber-fitted scullery. Even the grounds are a time-capsule with a picturesque brick garage at the property's rear and the bones of the first garden still growing strong and ready to take the pool and, perhaps, tennis court that inhabit so many families dreams. There may even be the opportunity to retain the homes significant gardens while developing a second home on one of two possible frontages (STCA). With Cheltenham shopping and station within a minutes walk, the Mentone schools' (including the Girls College) within a bike-ride and the beach just down the road, this notable site is an historic opportunity!