249 Amess Street, Carlton North, Vic 3054

This elegant balcony terrace combines period grace with timeless contemporary elegance. Meticulously renovated and extended by the present owners to optimise space and natural light, here is an executive residence skilfully zoned for low-maintenance family living, in a prime location close to Rathdowne Village, schools, transport and Princes Park. Entry from the tall lace-trimmed verandah is to a wide arched hallway. Opening from the hall are a large bedroom, a handsomely proportioned dining room overlooking a deck and light court, a sleek porcelain tiled bathroom with marble benchtops, and a cleverly designed understair laundry. A sliding wall opens to reveal a tranquil retreat/ reading room with fitted cabinetry and access to the side deck. Set across the rear of the house, an expansive living area with clerestory windows is open to the superbly designed kitchen, fitted with bespoke cabinetry, stone benchtops and Miele appliances. A wall of glass links the living zone with a sunny landscaped courtyard deck and storage room.

Upstairs, the vast main bedroom has balcony views over North Carlton. Also on the level are a third double bedroom with access to a lined and floored attic space a second bathroom, and a fitted study. Features of this light-filled property include spotted gum floors, fine Victorian detail, generous storage throughout, hydronic heating, split system air conditioning and an alarm system.