5 Shaun Avenue, Blackburn South, Vic 3130

The moment you get a glimpse of the captivating facade nestled behind manicured gardens, the grand dimensions of this fantastically designed four-bedroom home are immediately apparent. Hold onto your breath or else it will be taken away upon entering the home, where soaring timber Cathedral ceilings generate instant wow factor with its incredible height and sense of grandeur.

Nestled below, the formal dining and elevated lounge add to the old world character of the home, enhanced by the pristine carpets from a bygone era - right up the alley of the retro-loving homebuyer. If contemporary style is more your thing, simply tear up the carpets and introduce modern flooring that's suited to your taste. Family living, casual meals and a well-appointed kitchen combine in the centre of the home to create a practical communal set-up the whole family can enjoy, while a third living area zoned with two bedrooms is tailor-made for a kids retreat.

If you love the inside, which you will, wait until you set foot outside and discover a large undercover entertaining area that connects with a grassed backyard, which is punctuated with fruit trees and destined to be a haven for the kids. A bungalow also exudes versatility and may be used for an assortment of purposes. Adding further appeal, this grand home also features a Master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robes, large separate laundry, gas ducted heating and evaporative cooling.

Set on a large 779sqm (approx.) block, this highly sought location is within walking distance of popular Eley Park, Burwood One Shopping Centre, the 75 tram and bus services, while Forest Hill Chase, well-regarded Primary and Secondary schools and Deakin University are only minutes away.