A striking leadlight window serves as the perfect metaphor for this tightly held property – it's through the looking glass that you'll find a myriad of pathways forward for this rare 908sqms (approx.) site in the school catchment for esteemed Blackburn High and Old Orchard Primary (STSA). From the street, you'll note the character weatherboard which inspires with its mid-century beauty, but you'll need to step inside to appreciate the sprawling design that has emerged as this vintage stalwart was refashioned over the decades. The high corniced ceilings and dramatic hallways remain but added are smartly zoned living and bedroom wings including a master suite with a spa ensuite, and a radiant north facing open plan kitchen and meals area overlooking a rose garden. With two generous bathrooms in place, several decks to create private al fresco retreats and a self-contained unit in the back corner, this is an idyllic Bed & Breakfast style setting to explore close to beautiful parkland and cosy coffee shops. The near quarter acre in the bowl of the court may also suit student accommodation, positioned close to Deakin University and Box Hill TAFE, with excellent transport connections via bus, train and tram. For ambitious developers, there's enough land here to consider multi-unit development (STCA) like the neighbouring town homes at number 25, catering to demand from first home buyers and downsizers wanting beautiful new builds close to all the essentials. The magic to come is in your hands, as you unearth the shining prospects of this extraordinary address between Blackburn Station and Kerrimuir Village shops – offered to the market for the first time in 20 years. Note: Can't attend the auction? No problem, you can still participate online. You can watch, or even bid at this auction online using Anywhere Auction website and app. Contact us or or visit the Anywhere Auctions website to find out more.