281 Rathmines Street

THE DEAL In one of the inner north's most beloved pockets, this clever, cultured take on modern design optimises space, maximises sunlight, and gives a family a wealth of room to live luxuriously. Among a streetscape loved for its trees, landmark homes, and community spirit, a cutting-edge façade prefaces an interior where flair, finesse, function, and flexibility all combine. A broad entrance and high ceiling make an impression to last, with an oak-framed hallway passing a northern garden court on the way to a back section made for the entertainer. Living, dining, and backyard areas are well-served by a kitchen boasting Tundra Grey Marble, a butler's pantry, and top-of-the-range AEG appliances in a 900mm oven, induction cooktop, combi microwave/oven, dishwasher, and automatic sensor rangehood. With its own lavish ensuite, a ground-floor guest room gives the option to live on a single level, while a twin-basin ensuite, window-side sitting area, and balcony savouring stunning sights all enhance an upstairs master. A chic main bathroom with dual basins and a standalone soaker tub serve bedrooms three and four, while other features include a gas-log fire for cosy winter nights, walk-in robes in all bedrooms, a two-user study area, engineered oak floors, reverse-cycle heating/cooling, high ceilings, an alarm, oversized garage, extra driveway parking, marble across all bathrooms, a downstairs powder room, full-size laundry, and upstairs retreat with a bar fridge, dishwasher, and basin. SEALS THE DEAL Sensationally placed between the restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and nightspots of famous High and Station Streets, it's close to the newly revamped aquatic centre, Darebin Sports Centre, trains and trams, Merri Creek, and acclaimed Wales Street Primary and Thornbury High Schools (zoned).