207 Pigdon Street, Carlton North, Vic 3054

A meticulous renovation, distinctive architectural detail, and a prime location combine to give this landmark 4/5 bedroom property unique appeal. Architect designed and built in 1926, it fuses Arts and Crafts and Deco elements with the California Bungalow style. The effect, enhanced by recent sympathetic renovation, is a pleasing mixture of large and intimate spaces, drawn together by an extensive use of glazed double doors and cut out walls. The fact that Saturday night dances were held here during World War II gives some idea of the scale of the downstairs rooms!
Entry is from a central arched verandah to a lobby, opening on one side through the residence's signature double doors to a spacious bedroom, with corner-curved bay window and built in wardrobes. Symmetrically placed on the other side of the lobby are the living and dining rooms, with banded jarrah floors; the dining room opens to the kitchen, newly fitted in American country style, with Falcon range and quality cabinetry. To one end of the dining room is a pleasant study/bedroom. A sunroom off the kitchen adjoins a combination laundry and bathroom, with adjacent storeroom. Also on the ground floor are a large bedroom and a terrazzo floored tiled bathroom. A handsome timber staircase leads to a landing, opening to two further sunny bedrooms.
Set in a landscaped garden with secure parking from a lane, this historically significant family house features hydronic heating, split-system airconditioning, and quality fittings. Princes Park, schools and public transport are within a few minutes walk.
Agent: Nelson Alexander Pty ltd