Mount Victoria - A REMARKABLE RESIDENCE

Description

Step into a piece of history with this magnificent early 1900s residence, designed by the celebrated architect Samuel Hurst Seager and built by the renowned James Chapman-Taylor, two icons of New Zealand architecture. This stately 442sqm property, set on an 845sqm lot in the highly desirable Mount Victoria area, has been fully enhanced and renovated to accommodate modern family living whilst still retaining touches of its original Arts and Crafts charm. This splendid home offers a unique combination of historic and contemporary elegance, featuring;

• Four spacious bedrooms accessed via a large landing with a superb double-height atrium
• Significant primary suite with an ensuite, separate WC, and walk-in robe, along with two bedrooms sharing the main bathroom and a guest bedroom with its own ensuite
• A well-appointed contemporary kitchen with a generous centre island, a sizeable adjoining scullery and a wine cellar
• Two large living rooms; a drawing/library room with fireplace plus a formal lounge
• A separate informal living space or media room adjoining the kitchen
• An open plan dining area with seamless access to fabulous outdoor living spaces and fully landscaped grounds capturing brilliant sun
• Heated in-ground swimming pool, cabana, pool shed, and changing room/WC attached to the back of the house
• Separate work from home office or reading room
• Powder room plus a spacious laundry/utility room
• Original staircase with beautiful leadlight windows leading to the first floor
• Sitting area or study space with access to a huge attic for extra storage or potential additional room
• Sheltered front porch and welcoming entry hall/reception
• Two large single garages and security gate

This remarkable residence provides a fabulous family lifestyle and exceptional spaces for entertaining. Just a stroll to the CBD, this showstopper is sure to captivate those searching for a unique property of distinction.