If there is ever a reference that points to the peerless perfection of the character villa...this is surely it Every now and then a home comes along to remind us that, no matter how hard we try, the modern creations and grand plans of today simply can't compete with the character villa. Not this one, anyway. Built in 1905, the sandstone, return verandah and manicured gardens of its timeless façade conjure the kind of first impression worthy of its prized corner block on the doorstep of Mitcham Square and the new designated bike trails to the CBD. Step inside to see why there simply is no doubting the charm of its perfectly preserved original features and the sheer brilliance of a stylishly sympathetic extension that starts with a JAG kitchen and ends near the edge of a crystal blue pool. Much like the sandstone that never fades and wraps around the entire facade, the transition from the original home to the open-plan extension is simply seamless and oozes an attention to detail rarely seen. As original pine turns to Blackbutt, the gargantuan open-plan living arena takes your breath away as quickly as your instincts propel you to the cool waters of the pool. But first, take a moment to soak up that ergonomic JAG kitchen and its seamless Corion tops, expansive breakfast bar, under-floor heating, integrated (and plumbed) double fridge, 2-pack cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Look closer to see how the 45-degree angles of the breakfast bar line up with the window and pool dimensions in front of you - conjuring a symmetry as intriguing as the hanging copper lights that send an ambient yellow hue to your 3.5-metre-high ceilings. When... Lot/Plan No: F2/A101