1169 Riversdale Road, Box Hill South VIC 3128

Poised high above the street to showcase stunning panoramic views, this charismatic period residence boasts exquisite period details alongside quality modern updates. Presenting an exciting array of future possibilities, the immense 1024sqm block with a wide 19m street frontage offers thrilling potential for those looking to redevelop (STCA), situated in a sought-after family location. Alternatively, the enviable proportions, generous open plan interiors, and sundrenched private north facing landscaped back garden create an enticing haven for graceful family living.

Positioned within the coveted Box Hill High School and Roberts McCubbin Primary School zones, and just a moment's stroll from trams, Wattle Park, buses and leafy Gardiners Creek Reserve, the home is also set close to Kingswood College, Presbyterian Ladies' College, Deakin University, Aqualink, Burwood Brickworks, Box Hill Station, and the vibrant Box Hill Central shopping and restaurant precinct.

Featuring soaring high ceilings with ornate ceiling moulding, elegant timber picture rails, and polished hardwood flooring, the home captures an inviting sense of space and light throughout. Visitors are greeted into a generous formal living room with colourful leadlight windows, positioned alongside a large separate formal dining room with an open fireplace.

At the rear, a spacious open plan living and dining area is awash with sunlight, overlooking the verdant private gardens via large north facing windows and an undercover verandah.

Expertly designed and constructed by the acclaimed Phillip Johnson Landscapes, the enchanting gardens feature a lush billabong with a tranquil stream and rocky waterfall, framed by a harmonious combination of colourful native and edible plants. The terraced gardens include fig, avocado, lime and plum trees, established kiwi vines, a stunning Princess Gum, and a fenced rear garden with a secure chook shed.

The generously proportioned modern kitchen comprises both marble and stainless steel benchtops with a large marble island breakfast bar, extensive drawer storage and cabinetry, and a full suite of premium appliances including a Neff induction cooktop, a semi-integrated Miele dishwasher, and a stainless steel Miele oven.

On the main floor, two substantial bedrooms include a master with fully-fitted built-in wardrobes. Secluded on the top floor, an expansive open plan space provides ample flexible space for use as an oversized third bedroom, a rumpus living area, or as an impressive space for those working from home. The home also includes a study space, an updated central bathroom with a walk-in frameless glass shower and separate bathtub, an additional guest powder room, and a full laundry with direct outdoor access.

Featuring gas ducted heating, split system air conditioning, an open fireplace, a wood burning heater, ceiling fans, an alarm system, LED downlights, security screen doors, original sash windows, extensive inbuilt storage, three large water tanks, an exposed aggregate driveway and a woodshed, the home includes a large single garage plus ample additional off-street parking. The inviting façade also offers classic archways leading to a spacious elevated patio.

Features include: Alarm System,Built in wardrobes,Dishwasher,Ducted Heating,Floorboards,Fireplace(s),Secure Parking