2 Glen Eira Road, Ripponlea

Immersed in the privacy of its exclusive surroundings, this masterfully renovated residence (c1890) framed by Eckersley design inspired gardens offers the finest modern amenities within a framework of Victorian grandeur. Illuminated in natural light and enveloped in calming leafy aspects at every turn, the architecturally curated interiors and exteriors have been executed to perfection with the attention to detail and quality of the finishes embracing timeless contemporary aesthetics and functionality for family life in an intelligently zoned floorplan. A showcase of unmatched grandeur introduced by a breathtaking arched entry, the home is a feast for the senses with 3.9-metre ceilings crowning the five front principal rooms, which include a glorious bay-windowed living room, three bedrooms, and a versatile fourth bedroom/parent's retreat/home office or formal dining room beneath gold-painted ornate decor. Providing the peace and quiet of acoustic separation between front and rear, a tall door opens to reveal the informal zone where 3.3-metre ceilings rise above the enormous family and dining room overseen by a gourmet kitchen designed for entertaining with Miele appliances, central island bench/breakfast bar, Zip Hydro instant hot water tap, stone benchtops and push-and-touch cabinetry. Double-glazed commercial-grade triple-slider doors create a seamless transition to a side and rear courtyard, backdropped by the soothing effect of a trickling water feature and Patrick Blanc-inspired vertical gardens. The first of the two bathrooms is offset by a warehouse ambience with its inventive combination of original tiles and antique cabinet with a pedestal bath, separate shower, and black trimmings. The comprehensive list of features includes reverse-cycle ducted heating and air conditioning, cleverly camouflaged Endless Pool Swim Spa five open fireplaces – 4 in marble surrounds, tessellated tiled front verandah and chimneys, mosaic-tiled façade frieze, Royal Oak timber floors, off-street parking for 3 cars, and rear laneway access through both a pedestrian gate and roller door. One of only three grand manors to grace the streets of Ripponlea – the others being Ripponlea Estate and Quatta Quatta, this remarkable home is prestigiously located to enjoy close proximity to all the culinary and retail delights in Ripponlea Village, Ripponlea Station, buses, trams, Elsternwick Village, St Kilda Botanical Gardens, elite schools, beaches and so much more. COVID-19 UPDATE: Following official public health advice surrounding the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, and in the interest of public safety for our clients and our staff, Belle Property St Kilda kindly asks that clients entering our homes comply with the following: * All attendees must be fully vaccinated * Wear a mask at all times, unless an exemption applies * Social distance - keep 1.5m between you and others * Check in upon arrival via the unique Victorian Government QR code provided * People can travel between regional Victoria and Metro Melbourne for inspections * Disclose if you have a cold or any flu-like symptoms * Disclose if you, or someone you live with, is in self-isolation because there is a reason to suspect that they have been exposed to COVID-19 * Practice good hygiene, including hand washing or applying alcohol-based sanitiser before entering the premises * Avoid touching all fixtures, fittings and furniture within the homes during open for inspections and instead ask our agents to demonstrate the functionality of any devices if required As always, we consider our obligations to our team, our clients and our community our first and most important priority and will continue to work closely with our advisors enabling us to remain proactive and measured, with appropriate precaution.