1/124 Napier Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065

The greatest conversion to grace the Gertrude Street precinct, this spectacular 443 sq. metre (approx.) bluestone church residence offers a breathtaking lifestyle experience. A luxurious city-edge sanctuary spanning multiple levels including a lift and a rooftop terrace, the iconic façade of a landmark Presbyterian Church (1871) reveals the compelling architectural transformation of this magnificent 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom domain. Awe-inspiring from the outset, a soaring hammer-beam timber ceiling, beautiful bluestone walls and exquisite Ferguson & Ure stained-glass windows retain the authentic heritage character of a vast interior merging high-end design and state-of-the-art features with over 150 years of history. Oriented north to let light be a brilliant focus throughout, the layout is launched by three large bedrooms with built-in robes, including a main with stylish ensuite, a superb bathroom and a powder room. Irrefutably the jewel in the crown, an expansive open-plan zone with extensive modern glazing and glorious stained-glass offers outstanding flexibility with areas including a sunken lounge, living, dining and a loft flowing under an amazing ceiling to a stunning bathroom and an integrated gourmet kitchen boasting solid stone benchtops and a suite of top-line Miele appliances. Step outside and discover a huge rooftop terrace where relaxing, entertaining and taking in the views is absolute bliss. Also comprises a European laundry, hydronic heating, ceiling fans, custom storage and a secure car parking space on title. A revelation of size, sophistication and original church integrity, this remarkably rare residence presents a once in a lifetime opportunity only a short stroll to fine dining, cafes, wine bars, shopping, trams, Carlton Gardens and Melbourne's CBD.