25 Avoca Avenue, Elwood

Hidden within this stunning c1910 Edwardian classic is this architecturally transformed 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom stunner with environmentally award-winning design and comfort. Architect designed by Steve Domoney, this captivating treasure is a burst of fun and vitality, featuring a central arched hallway, a magnificent sitting room with library and open fireplace and 4 big bedrooms (BIRs, main with superb ensuite) complemented by a tasteful family bathroom. The bright designer kitchen is equipped with Corian benchtops, a walk-in pantry, an underground cellar and black glass Miele appliances. The fabulous open plan living & dining area is a standout with its curved floor, extensive book shelving and recycled Black Butt floors. Outside, the alfresco decking seamlessly extends from the living space, leading to the gorgeous rear garden with its fully mosaic tiled solar/gas heated pool with seating platform and sun-bathing deck. Designed with sustainability in mind, this impressive home is energy efficient with its grey water recycling, solar panels, an underground water tank, double glazing and extra insulation. The home's original period features are exquisite, with high ceilings, picture rails and Oregon floorboards in the front of the home. Complete with hydronic heating, underfloor heating in the bathrooms, split system air conditioning, ceiling fans and ducted vacuum, as well as attic storage, a garden shed, in ground trampoline and provision for parking for two cars securely via the rear lane. In this quiet street, near the St Kilda Botanical Gardens, walk to Acland Street, Tennyson Street cafes, St Kilda Primary School, trams, buses and beautiful beaches.