Cherished by the same family for over sixty years, this superbly located four bedroom, three bathroom period home includes a large, self-contained studio apartment nestled within private north facing gardens. Perfect for extended family members, teenager retreat or even home office/consulting rooms, the studio features kitchenette, living room, double bedroom with walk-in-robe, ensuite and private entrance. Immediately comfortable and charmed by high ceilings, ornate plasterwork, cornicing and polished hardwood floors, the home also offers opportunities for future enhancement (STCA). As for now it features charming entrance hall, and adjoining lounge, dining rooms with loads of character. Along with open plan kitchen/meals, with gas stove, dishwasher and pantry, family zone and sunroom enjoying an idyllic backdrop of lush greenery. Complemented by double bedrooms/BIRS, classic bathroom, shower room, powder room, heating, double carport, OSP. In the coveted Strathmore College zone, near Essendon and Moonee Ponds shopping and entertaining precincts, elite schools district, Moonee Ponds Creek Trail, public transport and easy freeway access.