20 Rubens Grove

This generously proportioned family residence enjoys a wide frontage and a large garden allotment spanning 858sqm approx. in the prestigious Golden Mile precinct, one of Melbourne's finest residential areas. The impressive two-storey home is preceded by a rendered and feature brick façade with a wide porch and period attributes including timber fretwork and high ceilings, blending with excellent facilities for formal or informal living and entertaining; combined with an enticing opportunity to update the interior if desired. Bathed in natural light, the interior features polished hardwood floors through an entrance hall flowing to a formal sitting room with an adjacent dining room and wonderfully spacious family domain with a concealed computer desk, powder room and laundry. Enhanced by a stylishly appointed and functional CaesarStone kitchen equipped with prestige Ilve and Miele stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry and bi-fold servery window leading to a deck and large solar heated in-ground pool in an ornamental and hedge lined garden - perfect for entertaining family and friends. Complemented by five bedrooms, or four plus a study, two downstairs and two with walk-in robes and ensuites, giving options to have a main bedroom up or downstairs plus an upstairs family bathroom. Other comprehensive appointments include an alarm, security cameras, ducted heating, R/C air conditioners (upstairs), wood heater (deck), plantation shutters, laundry chute, ample storage including roof and garden/pool, cubby house, pool shower, rainwater tank (2000L) and auto gates to a remote double garage/storage with secure internal access. The Golden Mile precinct positions this property amongst the many luxurious homes in the area. Close to Whitehorse or Maling Road shops, restaurants and cafes or the Balwyn Cinema. Plus, many of Melbourne's finest schools, parklands, public transport options and walking/bike trails to the Yarra and CBD are just minutes away - all of which enhances the lifestyle appeal of this prestigious location.