262 Lawrence Rd, Mount Waverley VIC 3149

A character filled original Federation Farmhouse nestled amid a manicured rose garden estate of 1579m2 (approx.) is offered to the market for the first time in 55 years. This charming period residence captures the finery of early 20th century architecture with high 3.3m (11ft) ceilings, leadlight windows, a centrepiece hallway with feature fretwork, and bright living rooms that let you gaze across the beautifully landscaped gardens. A seamless extension adds an open plan wing at the rear that includes a kitchen with stone bench tops appointed with a Miele induction cooktop , a private 4th bedroom and ensuite and a family room with picture windows to the rose garden. The indoor-outdoor flow continues across an idyllic front porch, side deck, wraparound brick paved patio and a fully enclosed sun room with ornamental grapevines draped over the pergola - truly romantic retreats that inspire quiet weekends reading and relaxing, sipping tea in the sunshine. Modern enhancements include gas ducted heating, a gas flame fireplace, double glazed windows (front & rear windows), 4kw solar panels, split system cooling and a classically styled make over in the family bathroom with a deep spa bath and Fowler vitreous china vanity. It's a chance at a charmed life in the highly desirable Mount Waverley Secondary Zone, a pleasant stroll to the train station and shopping village. Listed as a 'significant' dwelling, Hazelwood's Heritage Overlay (code H047) puts no controls over the external paint, internals of the home, trees or fences, paving the way for possible change (STCA). This is a rare opportunity to lay claim to a historic residence on a substantial lot, superbly located on the doorstep of elite education institutions including Huntingtower, Avila, and Wesley, just a few doors from Syndal South Primary, in easy reach of Pinewood shops, restaurants and cinema.