5 Thomson Street, Essendon, Vic 3040

Elegantly blending contemporary class with traditional character, this beautifully maintained Californian Bungalow home is perfect for the family that loves to entertain. Tall ceilings frame classic period detail, with picture rails, ceiling roses, fretwork and stained glass dovetailing perfectly with modern spaces updated to cater for a busy lifestyle. South African floating floors feature throughout a glorious open plan living, dining and kitchen zone (900mm Savoir Faire oven, Bosch dishwasher), which spills out double French doors to a deck covered by a light filled glass atrium and tranquil garden. Over two levels, retire to your choice of five spacious bedrooms (main with ensuite and walk in robe), a relaxing sitting room or an upstairs rumpus, the perfect parent or teenage retreat or third living zone. The little ones will love exploring a secret space to play. Separate shed with power connected in the garden offer options for working from home. With a large central bathroom, separate powder room, evaporative cooling, downstairs gas ducted heating, ducted vacuum, 4000L water tank and irrigation system, this magnificent residence is a short walk to Buckley St, a selection of fine schools and Essendon train station, whilst Keilor Road and Napier Street delights are moments away.