42 Abbotsford Grove, Ivanhoe, Vic 3079

Located only moments' walk to the heart of the Ivanhoe shopping village is this impressive Californian Bungalow c1921 showcasing a seamless combination of period elegance with contemporary additions designed to enable year round entertaining whilst focussing on the ultimate in family living.

To greet you is the timeless facade, complete with a generous front garden and charming porch. Inside you are welcomed by the double leadlight doors and generous entry foyer. The kitchen and family room features granite bench tops with breakfast bar, European stainless steel appliances, solid timber polished floors and wood fire providing the perfect cosy retreat.

The sensational extension features soaring 4m high ceilings throughout the lounge (gas log fire) and dining area, with two sets of quad bi-fold glass doors, all north-facing designed to capture maximum light all year round.

The gorgeous main bedroom with walk-in-robes and lavish en-suite features marble bench tops and porcelain tiles accompanied by the second and third bedrooms both with built-in-robes. The fourth bedroom/study features 4m high ceilings and built-in shelving with double desk. The family bathroom includes spa bath, separate shower and porcelain tiles.

Outside showcases classic style gardens complete with established trees and low maintenance tiger turf lawns. There is a twin tandem double carport with garage door plus a three car garage complete with porcelain tiles which doubles as a rumpus room, gym, workshop or home office.

Additional features include ducted heating, 3 x reverse cycle heating and cooling units, alarm system, city views, rear lane access (if required) and loft-style storage above the garage.

This gorgeous home provides a great opportunity to reside in this highly sought after and tightly held locale. Walk to local restaurants, cafes, Rockbeare parklands, Mary Immaculate Primary and Ivanhoe Grammar, with easy access to the Austin and Mercy Hospitals, La Trobe University, Northland shopping centre and the Eastern Freeway.