74 McPherson Street, Essendon, Vic 3040

Gracefully extended, this turn-of-the-century belle has formal and casual living areas and up to five bedrooms, offering a superb floor plan that will adapt to suit a growing family. Built in 1900, it’s a classic of its era, with leadlight windows and entry and Art Nouveau pressed-metal ceilings. Adjoining living and dining rooms feature Axminster carpet, bespoke bookcases and a gas log fireplace highlighted by a classical surround and mantel in an elegant expanse for entertaining. Hosts will enjoy the modern kitchen, which has Miele gas hot plates and electric oven, a marble island and a meals area. The spacious family room has hardwood floorboards and a beautiful outlook east to the L-shaped deck above the garden. Two ground-floor bedrooms (BIRs) are complemented by a fitted study/bedroom and an Edwardian-style bathroom with shower and clawfoot tub, and the Upper level has two further bedrooms (BIRs) plus a retreat with city glimpses, a bathroom and attic for storage. Upholding the local history is the cedar-lined garage, which was once stables – the original owners would walk their horses to the Moonee Valley racetrack. Further inclusions: Central hall, laundry, ducted gas heating (ground floor), evaporative cooling (first floor) and reverse cycle cooling (family room), pedestrian gate to laneway, gated driveway with off-street parking for two cars.

• Sumptuous living and dining rooms
• Miele appliances and marble bench tops
• East facing garden with mature roses and citrus trees
• Up to five bedrooms
• Walk to Queens Park and transport.

Tranquil and leafy, this sterling address is handy to CityLink, transport and the Moonee Creek parklands. Leading schools, including Essendon Primary, St Monica’s, St Columba’s, Lowther Hall, Penleigh and Essendon Grammar are all within walking distance