Creating a captivating first impression with its picture-perfect Californian Bungalow façade, this exceptional home offers a wonderful family lifestyle in a leafy pocket close to leading schools, kindergartens, parks and local sports clubs with a variety of cafes, restaurants, shops and public transport at the end of the street. The classic beauty of a welcoming verandah, high ceilings, delicate lead lighting and a decorative fireplace convey warmth and character and offer a timeless backdrop to both the original and carefully considered contemporary spaces. Immaculate and light-filled, no matter where you relax or entertain across the spacious layout, the delightful garden vistas are never more than a glance away. A long, wide entrance hall with timber flooring introduces three generous bedrooms with plush carpets, plantation shutters, built in robes and ceiling fans plus a versatile home office which easily converts to a formal sitting room offering a tranquil view over the impeccable front garden. Further down the hall, the relaxed rhythms of day-to-day family life are perfectly satisfied throughout a large open plan living and dining area with an adjoining Smeg/Bosch equipped kitchen and casual breakfast bar finished in stone. A double set of French doors open to an expansive undercover alfresco deck overlooking the paved patio and private lawn surrounded by established trees. Upstairs, a parent's retreat comprises a large sunny master with private balcony, full wall of robes, stylish ensuite and additional study/hideaway. Appointed with ducted heating, split system air-con, alarm system, large laundry with shower and WC, off street parking behind gates, underground water tank + auto watering, extensive storage including roof, under-stair, ample cupboards and clever in-built cabinetry plus multiple lock up storage units outside. A picturesque family home in a truly prized pocket with easy access to trams, trains, Chadstone Shopping Centre, M1 Freeway, local shops as well as larger villages such as High Street Ashburton. Shelter Real Estate Agents Glen Iris