"Woodside" 1856 - Private Estate in the Heart of Toorak

Dual frontage on Tintern Avenue (pedestrian & car access).<br/><br/>Evoking the serenity of its country-estate origins, "Woodside" c1856, one of Toorak's earliest homes, displays extraordinary original grandeur and elegance within its breathtaking botanical setting, offering an unparalleled lifestyle.<br/><br/>Perfectly preserved yet sensitively updated over the years, "Woodside" retains its distinguished position as one of Toorak's finest Victorian residences, with an esteemed address that places you on the doorstep of Toorak Village, public transport, and Como Park.<br/><br/>Captivating period grace is defined by the hand-painted glass, high ornate ceilings and open fireplaces within the three formal reception rooms, offering unprecedented appeal and scale for lifestyle flexibility, including the bay-windowed library with direct external access. A garden room with French doors to the rear gardens basks in the glow of northern sunlight, connecting the fourth/fifth quietly-placed bedrooms with two marble bathrooms, including the main's ensuite. <br/><br/>Equipped with a suite of European appliances and granite benchtops, the provincial-style kitchen sits flawlessly within its surroundings, extending to the alfresco area and manicured gardens creating a memorable environment for relaxation and lavish entertaining. <br/><br/>Undeniable in its beauty, privacy and tranquillity, "Woodside'' offers a peerless setting for family living and future scope (STCA), with comprehensive appointments including an original bluestone cellar, two powder rooms (one outdoors), a quaint gardener's cottage, ducted heating, ducted vacuum, mains gas barbeque, a 70,000ltr underground tank, separate large storage room, an automated watering system and a double garage with access via Tintern Avenue. Land size 1,456 sqm approx.