Designed by the renowned Architect, Steve Domoney this unique European-style courtyard residence features the grace of the original rooms of the Victorian building c1888 with its established gardens and beautiful tree canopies. This spectacular modern gallery structure creates a sense of tranquillity which encompasses lush gardens, four courtyards and reflective ponds all viewed through 4metre floor-to-ceiling glass. The luxuriously appointed split-level interior affords a beautiful combination of Victorian elegance and state-of-the-art contemporary design featuring dark stained timber floors and a flexible floor plan comprising sitting room, four bedrooms and studio or three plus study and studio. Designed as three joined pavilions including main bedroom pavilion with WIR, ensuite and cinema; three bathrooms, studio, retreat or office with sauna and kitchenette plus a cutting edge gourmet kitchen equipped with Italia stone and stainless steel benches, double Gaggenau appliances, double dishwashers and double Liebherr integrated refrigerators, Barazza cooktop plus an expansive informal living and dining area flowing to the central courtyard. Other features include security, latest media/computer technology, quartz tiling & plush carpets, double glazing, auto blinds, 3 zoned air conditioners, 3 gas flame fire places, exceptional storage, irrigation system, remote double garage with 3 street permits. The property is exceptionally secure with controlled only access. This exceptional opportunity is further enhanced by its location in a beautiful tree-lined street in the Harcourt Hill precinct, one of Hawthorn's most prestigious areas with its magnificent historical homes, within walking distance of several of Melbourne's finest schools, transport options, Sir William Angus or Rathmines Reserves and shopping options including the eclectic Auburn Village, Glenferrie Road or Camberwell Junction plus easy EastLink access. Features ...