57 Station Street, Fairfield, Vic 3078

Set on a magnificent block (880m² approx), this impressive freestanding residence, ca 1895, combines exquisite period detail with a light-filled traditional-style extension. Entry via the broad verandah is to a splendid gallery style arched hallway, opening to four very large bedrooms, all with open fire places, and one with an ensuite bathroom. The beautifully proportioned formal living room features a handsome pillared overmantel and a pair of ornate Victorian doors sourced from a city Trustees' office. The etched company motto, 'I go on for ever' is appropriate to the scale and solidity of the house itself! Running along the southern side is an enclosed verandah, ideal as a play room or additional bedroom space. Also opening from the hall are a big bathroom with separate bath and shower, a WC and linen storage.

The high-ceilinged extension houses a stylish kitchen, fitted country-style with cherry timber cabinetry and mesh inserts. A breakfast bar separates the kitchen from expansive dining and informal living zones. To one side is a full-sized laundry/utility room. A wall of timber and glass doors opens to a raised entertaining deck overlooking the treed and private back garden, where a substantial brick garage is large enough to accommodate a home workshop. Multiple additional parking is provided by the side driveway.

Period details include polished floorboards and exceptional plaster ornament. Set well back from the street, this exceptional property is within a few minutes walk to Fairfield Station, sought after cafe precinct, shopping and Yarra parklands.