31 Holmes Street

For Sale via Expressions of Interest closing Thursday 23rd July at 4:00pm Amid all of Brunswick East's culinary gems, retail treasures and parkland greenery that have seen it crowned Time Out's coolest suburb in Australia, this fabulous 2 bedroom house residence is a standout on an impressive 242 sqm approx. allotment with double-width rear access to a lock-up garage. Elevated off the street with a veranda behind native-inspired garden, this east-facing home combines attractive vintage character and smart modern enhancement in a peaceful, private and spacious single-level setting offering exceptional comfort complemented by heating, alarm system and updated polished floorboards. Wide hallway entry leads to 2 extra-large bedrooms including built-in robes and ceiling fans before opening into a bright living room defined by terrazzo-style flooring, expansive glazing and a classic etched glass sliding door. An absolutely delightful kitchen with wall ovens, a gas cooktop and stainless-steel dishwasher retains its original retro feel while offering current-day functionality, as do a separate study with storage, a striking bathroom, a walk in pantry, and a full laundry. A quiet, secluded and secure rear courtyard garden with a paved alfresco terrace baths in brilliant natural light, while further is a huge garage backing onto a laneway that could easily be altered to house multiple vehicles, a workshop or even a studio conversion (STCA). A superb terrace-style oasis with a stylish mid-century edge, come and experience one of inner-Melbourne's most celebrated locations with this captivating residence that's enviably positioned close to the Merri Creek trail and parkland, CERES, golf course, cafes, Lygon Street restaurants, Sydney Road shopping, trams, Anstey train station and schools.