52 Simpson Street

Retaining all the romance of its era in the refined surrounds of Melbourne's most exclusive postcode, this generously renovated brick Victorian balances original elegance with impressive modern living just a few blocks from the CBD, Fitzroy Gardens and the MCG. The only surviving residence of three known as Holyrood Villas, the home retains its unusually decorative double fronted façade with iron lacework, steeply pitched slate roof and early stables, now converted into modern accommodation. Tucked behind a high fence with secure entry, a courtyard garden precedes a traditional central hall that gathers together the ground floor main bedroom with built-in robes and ensuite and spacious formal living and dining areas cleverly zoned either side of a central open fireplace. Flexible living and entertaining continues beyond with an easy flow in to relaxed open plan living/dining areas which, together with a second living domain, open to a private rear garden with paved entertaining beneath a magnificent neighboring Elm Tree. In the heart of these areas, a stone finished contemporary kitchen featuring AEG cooking appliances and Bosch dishwasher adds everyday ease alongside a contemporary laundry with storage. In their own zone, three additional bedrooms are hosted by the charming dimensions of the early stables, one on the ground floor and two upstairs with a central bathroom. Multiple skylights ensure abundant natural light illuminates this impressively proportioned cityside home with split cooling, timber floors, secure entry and the inner city luxury of off street parking via side ROW. Just one kilometer from the City's famous Spring Street, enjoy an extraordinary lifestyle in this community focused location. Walk down the street to local cafes, restaurants and bars, a few blocks to iconic Fitzroy Gardens, the MCG, trams, trains, through renowned Yarraside parkland to the Theatre, Arts, and Sports and Entertainment precincts, Royal Botanic Gardens, the Epworth and Victoria Street Hospitals, and more. Enjoy easy access to leading private schools and major arterial links, including the Monash, Tullamarine and Eastern Freeways.