"Herbiton"

Halliwell Agents proudly present "Herbiton," an exquisite circa 1885 architecturally commissioned Victorian home.<br/><br/>One of Latrobe's largest and finest homes, Herbiton is a private sanctuary, hidden from the public eye by beautifully manicured gardens, gracing a total of 3,325m2(approx.).<br/><br/>Meticulously maintained and restored to perfection this grand, elegant and breathtakingly beautiful residence has been home to only 3 families in its lifetime.<br/><br/>Inspection of Herbiton tells no expense was spared in the craftsmanship and materials, in its original construction, and restoration. Attention to detail adorns every inch.<br/><br/>Impeccably presented with quality finishes throughout, the 375m2 floor plan is framed by an expansive French tiled verandah.<br/><br/>Designed with indoor-outdoor living in mind, natural light fills the spacious open-plan kitchen which seamlessly flows onto an atrium patio, overlooking idyllic gardens of box hedges and David Austin roses.<br/><br/>Features:<br/>· Carrara marble kitchen benches<br/>· Brass: tapware, sinks, door handles and door knockers<br/>· Franco-Belge combustion stove<br/>· 2 formal living areas<br/>· 4 grand sized bedrooms<br/>· 6 fireplaces<br/>· Master bedroom with Tasmanian Blackwood robes and bay window<br/>· Ensuite designed by National Trust Architect, Lionel Morell (2018), with clawfoot bath<br/>· Formal dining: English designer William Morris wallpaper print<br/>· Wall panelling and cupboard doors: Tasmanian Blackwood<br/>· 12ft ceilings and skylights<br/>· Double-wide hallway<br/>· Modern wiring<br/>· Hydronic thermostat and fully insulated<br/>· Rendered chimneys<br/>· Ready to move in<br/><br/>The immaculate brick garden shed offers an opportunity to be transformed into a home office or studio (STCA). Coupled with a double garage, storage and workshop options are ample.<br/><br/>Generational gardens of box hedges, English oak, rare pink hawthorn, original 19th century roses, Christmas roses, camellias, lilies and spring bulbs.<br/><br/>Behind established hedging, escape the bustle of life and feel like you have arrived at a country estate, far removed from the nearby town centre and convenience of the Mersey Community Hospital, across the road. Herbiton is the perfect location to enjoy retirement, raise a family or establish a highly profitable Airbnb (STCA).<br/><br/>Opportunities like Herbiton are truly once in a lifetime, generational and unforgettable.<br/><br/>*History and special features upon request.<br/>