This property is represented by Kay & Burton

High on the hill amidst enchanting private gardens stands this illustrious Victorian mansion where a landmark façade reveals a harmonious blend of heritage grandeur and contemporary excellence backdropped by a beautiful poolside entertainment oasis. Surrounded by the cream of Melbourne's leading schools, this magnificent residence with its high-wall treed seclusion is a timeless and evocative family sanctuary showcasing history, modernity and luxury in an eminently functional setting.Entered safely via a set-back driveway and automatic gates, step into the captivating world of this significant hillside property introduced by elegant established garden and an iconic Kew profile adorned with intricate decorative lacework. Towering arches line a grand hallway extending to a large bedroom and a gracious sitting room crowned by glorious gilded ceilings while warmed by solid marble fireplaces with both overlooking layers of lush garden greenery. Creating a serene ambience to gather with family and friends, architect-designed rear expansion that seamlessly interacts with its stunning landscaped surrounds is superbly curated throughout an impressive open-plan featuring a coffered-ceiling living room (marble gas fireplace, IB speakers), spacious dining bay and an outstanding granite-finished gourmet kitchen boasting Gaggenau appliances. Further is a fitted study, bathroom and a full-size laundry.Additionally, at ground level is a versatile home office or bedroom and another bathroom before a staircase rises gracefully to three first-floor bedrooms (marble OFPs, BIRs) and a stylish bathroom with the masterful main bedroom suite incorporating a walk-in robe and floor-heated ensuite with Apaiser bathware and heated towel poles. The wrap-around balcony savours seasonal city skyline views plus there's hydronic heating, ducted cooling, alarm system and exquisite antique lighting.Privacy, serenity and exclusivity augment a sun-splashed rear terrace garden designed by landscape architect Michael La Fontaine where craftsman-fashioned bluestone paving, artistic tubular fencing and jetty-style decking embrace a glistening heated swimming pool. A remote-control double garage with bifold doors to a tiered fountain terrace further expands entertainment options.One of a select few gracing an elite ensemble of grand family properties, this marvellous mansion c1890 is a rare treasure on a substantial 1157 sqm approx. allotment presenting a once in a generation lifestyle opportunity where within a radius of little more than 200-metres are the prestigious private schools of MLC, Xavier, Ruyton and Trinity before the Glenferrie Road shopping and café precinct as well as Kew Junction, trams, train station and parklands.