60 Balaclava Road

A captivating period façade, framed by a magnificent enclosed front garden, sets the scene for this breathtaking family home, where exquisite period character & contemporary excellence combine to deliver an entertainer's dream home. Positioned on a massive 993m2* allotment in a prestigious St Kilda East location with a well-planned layout & grand proportions, this period beauty is truly something special. From the moment you step inside the wide & welcoming entrance hallway, the craftsmanship & timeless period detail are immediately apparent, from the rich timber features & original fretwork to glistening leadlight windows & ornamental fireplaces. The original front section of the home introduces a generous main bedroom with expansive built-in robes, a sunlit window seat & a luxe marble ensuite, while three additional bedrooms with robes share a stunning fully tiled central bathroom with a freestanding bath, shower & heated towel rail. A formal dining room of impressive proportions flows through to the spectacular heart of the home an expansive open plan living & dining zone where soaring 3.6m ceilings, an open fireplace & custom fitted study nook combine with its perfect northerly orientation to create a wonderfully inviting space. Bi-fold doors seamlessly extend the living outdoors to a wraparound timber deck overlooking a solar & gas-heated pool & spa, built-in BBQ area & landscaped garden sanctuary - the perfect setting for relaxed family living & entertaining. Adding to the appeal is a gourmet stone kitchen & butler's pantry with quality appliances & an abundance of soft close cabinetry. The accommodation continues upstairs to a versatile loft style landing retreat & peaceful fifth bedroom/optional main bedroom with stylish ensuite - the ideal parents' sanctuary, guest accommodation or private teenage haven. Other attributes include hydronic heating, split system heating/cooling, a laundry with drying cupboard, powder room, plantation shutters & drip system garden irrigation & a circular driveway behind auto front gates with single carport & additional off-street parking for three cars. Ideally located close to the best the area has to offer, with vibrant Carlisle Street cafes, shops & restaurants, elite schools, public transport, Caulfield Park & Greenmeadows Gardens all close by. *Approximate Title Dimensions.