Glen Iris 54 Hortense Street

In the heart of the Summerhill Estate, renowned for its wide, leafy streetscapes of quality family homes that have been preserved and enhanced by single dwelling covenants, this classic solid brick 1930s home is on the market for the first time and represents an exceptional opportunity to further extend and enhance or become the perfect starting point for a glamorous new residence.

A comfortable family home for three generations, it has been renovated and refurbished over the years. Recent renovations are 2 sleek and spacious bathrooms, a bright and sunny open plan kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and a conservatory-style rear family room that overlooks a generous rear garden orientated to enjoy the afternoon sun.

Featuring restrained and classic original detailing that blends well with contemporary design, examples include etched glass french doors, high ceilings with decorative cornices and roses and dark polished timber floors.

Comprising front formal living and dining rooms, a well-appointed, skylit kitchen with excellent preparation areas and a breakfast bar, a sunny family room with windows on 2 sides, a spacious family bathroom with a separate bath and shower and pedestal vanity and 3 double bedrooms with robes including a 2nd main bedroom with independent access and a sparkling ensuite that could be ideal for guest, in-law or teen accommodation. Includes ducted heating and cooling, generous built-in storage, side driveway to a single garage and established, landscaped gardens.

Surrounded by a choice of significant parkland including Ferndale Trail walking and cycling paths that connect with Gardiners Creek tracks to the city, Summerhill Park, Hill 'n Dale, Back Creek Reserve and Hartwell Sports Ground, added incentives include a choice of public transport, close proximity to Monash Freeway, major shopping precincts including Camberwell Junction or Chadstone shopping centre and convenient access to some of Melbourne's leading primary and secondary schools.

An exciting and viable option for families with plans for expansion at leisure or buyers in search of a large allotment that could easily accommodate a glamorous new home.

Well-regarded setting in one of Glen Iris' most desirable and sought-after estates Walk to parkland, village shopping, transport options and a choice of schools Single dwelling covenant with tempting scope to update, extend or start afresh Renovated and refurbished interior with classic original details throughout Quiet, convenient setting with appeal for young or established families Landscaped garden setting with a side driveway and single garage

Also visit the stand alone website at: www.54hortensestreetgleniris.com

Terms: 10% deposit, balance 30/60 days

Land: 650 sq m approx.