41 Blenheim Street, Balaclava

Please contact the selling agents to arrange a private inspection of this property This single-fronted, freestanding Victorian combines authentic period character with a stunning architectural renovation and extension to accommodate the needs of today's diverse family lifestyle. Much more than meets the eye from its postcard-perfect façade, the brilliantly curated interior is saturated in natural light and incorporates a luxuriously large living and dining room with sliding glass doors connecting to a deck overlooking an idyllic garden setting. Practically positioned so as to socialise with friends and family while cooking, the open-plan gourmet kitchen is equipped with European appliances, Caesarstone benchtops and an extra-wide central island bench/breakfast bar doubling up as a extra space for food prep and presentation, enjoying casual meals, or for the kids to do their homework. Three of the bedrooms lie off the central arched hallway and are serviced by a fully tiled family bathroom. Occupying the entire top floor, the main bedroom feels exactly like a five-star hotel escape with its deluxe ensuite bathroom with electric window, walk-in robe, fitted study nook and private balcony decorated with aesthetically striking timber lattice work. Move right in and appreciate the range of features, including a European laundry, energy efficient hydronic heating, split-system conditioners, a statement 'Morso' wood fire with chimney inventively extending up to the main bedroom to fill the room with warmth, skylights, solar panels, alarm, Victorian Ash floors, double-glazed windows at the rear, side access, and an abundance of storage. Walk to bustling Carlisle Street – the beating heart of Balaclava – to eat, drink coffee, shop or catch a tram or train to the city, and then come home to this blissful hideaway you'll be so proud to call home. A selection of top-rated schools, Hewison Reserve and the beach are also nearby. 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: * Wait in your vehicle until your allocated one-on-one private viewing time or until you are called by the agent * Wear a mask at all times, unless an exemption applies * Register 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.