41/2 Macarthur Road

Expressions of Interest Commanding Parkville's most spectacular panoramic views that spanning 270-degrees will never be built out, this expansive penthouse residence both extra-large and light presents an absolutely unrivalled, indoor-outdoor opportunity overlooking a long list of Melbourne's most famous landmarks. From the You Yangs to the Kinglake Ranges and everything in between, the glittering city skyline and surrounding sights form a sensational centrepiece to the sweeping daily and nightly display enjoyed from every corner of this captivating apartment delivering brilliant treetop living over 2 impressive levels. Video intercom entry to a dual-lift lobby and secure level access precedes double-door entry off an elegantly-styled passageway where the sense of arrival is like a cinematic experience with the CBD the star of the show. A superb double-glazed main bedroom with a walk-in robe, marble-lined spa bath ensuite and direct access onto a terrace leads the way on the ground-floor to a powder room and a separate laundry before an expansive living and dining room under a towering 5.4-metre ceiling. Framed by extensive glazing and French doors, this open-planned zone integrates a mother-of-pearl granite kitchen with European appliances and extends out to a huge, wrap-around entertainment terrace (recently resealed/resurfaced) where breathtaking vistas completely uninterrupted encompass adjacent treed parklands, beautiful sunsets, NYE city fireworks and the morning's procession of hot-air balloons. An additional 2 extra-spacious bedrooms, each with mirror built-in robes and a private balcony, are accompanied on the mezzanine level by a family-size central bathroom and a big, flexible retreat area that's also an ideal home office or a games/rumpus room. Further attributes include split-system heating and cooling, a walk-in linen press and substantial under-stair storage with power, as well as secure tandem car parking spaces, all within the tightly-held 'Parkviews' building by Royal Parade. Between Royal and Princes Parks and University High School zoned, blue-ribbon amenities are literally at the doorstep of this tightly-held penthouse home that represents an extraordinary, low-maintenance lifestyle opening with a walk-score that is quite simply off the charts. Near the University of Melbourne, major hospitals, cafes, shopping precincts, bicycle/walking trails, trams to the city, train station, Melbourne Zoo, Queen Victoria Market, sporting facilities and all freeways.