Gracious proportions with secluded park vista

A master of the early 20th century, this character laden and beautifully enhanced colonial revival home will draw an immediate response from the heart as you drive into the secluded acre allotment. Wrapped by a veranda that shields the interiors from the summer sun, adorned with double hung sash windows and lofty 3.3m high ceilings. Positioned at an elite address that maximises privacy and capitalises on the rear parkland frontage<br/> <br/>A marriage of original features and sophisticated comfort can be observed throughout, with original Baltic Pine floors flowing down the oversized hallway showcasing the luxurious cedar features and elevated picture rails to display your prized artwork or photos. <br/><br/>The flexibility of four generous bedrooms (three with external access) plus a separate home office/guest 5th bedroom with kitchenette illustrate the focus on family. The master offers the best bedroom in the house with a double set of built in robes and east facing French doors to the veranda. Serviced by a smart bathroom with deep spa bath, separate shower and pedestal vanity, plus a second family bathroom.<br/> <br/>A formal lounge with wood fired heater boasts a Western Red Cedar lined ceilings, with French doors that open out to a flat lawn ideal for parties and weekend relaxation. Travelling through to the kitchen with timber island bench, Ascot electric oven with gas/electric cooktop, Schweigen silent rangehood and alluring pressed metal splashback, serviced by a Bosch dishwasher. The formal dining boasts an elaborate hardwood mantle over a second wood heater, cedar lined ceiling and French doors to the brick patio and firepit entertaining area. <br/> <br/>The rear of the home is designed for casual occasions with an enclosed winter sunroom with views over the Mullum Mullum parkland and trail. The billiards/rumpus captures the spectacular panorama of the abutting parkland as well as the amazing skyline vistas of the Dandenong Ranges. The expansive gardens offer ample flat areas to enjoy the incredible array of birds and wildlife, dotted with a veggie garden for growing organic produce. <br/> <br/>Tightly held by the same family for 45 years, this is an outstanding opportunity to obtain a lovingly maintained and restored part of Donvale’s history, yet with no heritage overlay allowing you to add your own embellishments in years to come.<br/> <br/>Walk to Whitefriars College and close to Mitcham Primary, Donvale Christian College, Carey Baptist Grammar, Yarra Valley Grammar and the 271 bus. Stroll morning and evening on the network of leafy trails or cycle all the way to the CBD. Minutes to local eateries, Tunstall Square, Eastland and Westfield Doncaster. Handy 5 minute access to city buses, Mitcham Station, the Eastern Freeway and Eastlink.<br/><br/>Extra features include: ducted gas heating, 5 ceiling fans, 3.3m high ceilings, linen storage, Euro laundry and excellent parking with a double lockup garage, dual carport and circular drive with ample off street parking and caravan/trailer/boat storage.