8 Victoria Avenue

An auspicious Golden Mile address at number 8 in a blue-chip avenue lined with overarching plane trees is the prestigious setting for this magnificent family residence from the acclaimed Englehart Homes. An imposing French provincial profile amid glorious garden reflects the grandeur and luxury of this meticulously-maintained domain where every carefully-curated element is absolutely world-class befitting its elite location close to private schools, Maling Road village and Canterbury Gardens. Solid French oak parquetry lines a columned entrance hallway leading to an executive study and an elegant sitting room highlighted by a majestic marble mantelpiece on a HeatnGlo gas fireplace. A spectacular leadlight dome and crystal chandelier tower over a sweeping wrought-iron staircase void that precedes a ground-floor bedroom suite (WIR, ensuite) opening to a private north courtyard, a powder room, oak-finished wine cellar and a fully-functional laundry. Double-doors reveal the extra-high ceiling and extensive double-glazing of a stunning family zone launched by a north-oriented dining room overlooking leafy garden. Further is a superb living area with a gas fireplace and bifold doors, along with a breathtaking Calacatta marble kitchen boasting high-end Miele appliances (induction cooktop, steam/regular ovens, coffee machine and integrated fridge/freezer) and a Western/Asian butler's kitchen with a second dishwasher, cooktop and a walk-in pantry. Outstanding entertaining is an excellent family focus with a dedicated home cinema complementing an undercover BBQ terrace and a self-cleaning gas/solar-heated swimming pool that create a sublime sanctuary at the rear surrounded by established landscaped greenery for an unforgettable, secluded and secure alfresco experience. First-floor accommodation is suitably deluxe featuring three sumptuous bedrooms where two include walk-in robes and private ensuites, while the main parents' retreat boasts a sitting area, treetop balcony, a fitted walk-in robe and a luxurious marble-lined ensuite with double Villeroy & Boch vanities, a freestanding clawfoot bath and a frameless rain-head shower. Additional attributes are first-class and include zoned central heating and cooling, double-glazing, ducted vacuum, dual alarm and CCTV systems, video intercom, integrated speakers, crystal chandeliers, underground rainwater tank, automatic irrigation, remote-control front gates and biometric internal access to a double garage. A lavish masterpiece of European-inspired indulgence, this opulent contemporary residence crafted by Englehart for indoor-outdoor perfection is impeccably presented in near-new condition close to leading schools including Camberwell Grammar and Fintona Girls', the Anniversary Trail parkland, Maling Road cafes, Camberwell Junction and Balwyn shopping precincts, Whitehorse Road trams and Canterbury train station.