Box Hill South 1241 Riversdale Road

At the 'secret' end of Riversdale Road, moments from the Box Hill Golf Club, this stately character residence will surprise and delight with its elevated position, elegant period features, grand bedrooms and opulent living and entertaining spaces.

Rarely does an opportunity present itself to acquire such an imposing and unique home in Box Hill South. Constructed in 1939 and featuring Jim Fogarty gardens, this iconic double-brick house retains its spectacular character adornment, including high ornate ceilings, fireplaces, sash windows and French doors.

The ground floor is dedicated to living and entertaining, featuring a sophisticated lounge graced with an open fireplace framed by imported marble. A separate dining room boasts a decorative hearth, and both formal rooms have French doors opening onto an extensive outdoor entertaining area and the north-facing backyard garden.

A garden bay window floods the Blackwood kitchen with northerly sunlight, equipped with a Miele dishwasher, Eurolec gas cooker and built-in microwave, overlooking a generous family/meals zone with a wet bar and powerful split system air-conditioner. A ground floor study/4th bedroom has a built-in desk and access to a wine cellar.

Enjoying beautiful views, the magnificent top floor features 2 bathrooms and 3 north-facing bedrooms with built-in robes. 2 attic-style bedroom with dormer windows have built-in robes and study nooks, positioned either side of the master bedroom with a split system. Period-inspired bathrooms with timber vanities include an ensuite-style bathroom and the large family bathroom with a separate shower and bath.

This elevated home sits proudly on an immense block of 1,414 sq m approx. with Jim Fogarty-designed gardens, as featured on Burke's Backyard, irrigated by water tanks and an automated drip system. A rear service lane provides access to a large parking area and double carport, secured by an automatic roller door and able to accommodate 5 cars. Additional features include: 3-phase power, hydronic heating, reverse cycle split systems, intercom, security alarm, ducted vacuum, Foxtel satellite, garden lighting and new fences, external sunblinds and a shed.

Developers may wish to capitalise on this elevated south-north block of 1,414 sq m (approx.) and pursue multi-unit redevelopment (STCA).

In a peaceful location frequented by birds, walk to Box Hill golf club with cafe and bistro, bowling and tennis clubs, Roberts McCubbin Primary School, Kingswood College, PLC, trams and buses. Gardiner's Creek Reserve, Wattle Park Deakin University and Box Hill Central are conveniently close by.

Regal character residence Quiet, elevated position Secure parking for 5 cars Jim Fogarty gardens Rear northern orientation 1,414 sq m approx.

Also visit the stand alone website at: www.1241riversdaleroadboxhillsouth.com

Terms: 10% deposit, balance 120/150 days

Land: 1,414 sq m approx.