What to see this weekend: the best properties for sale around Victoria right now – Domain News

These homes from South Yarra to Sorrento and in between are top of our list to inspect.

8 Kintore Street, Camberwell VIC 3124

Camberwell calls for those dreaming of leafy suburbs, good schools and impressive period homes. Part of the coveted Tara Estate, this 1901 late Victorian house was builder Henry Hutchinsons own home. Not surprisingly, he splashed out with fine architectural details including rare tri-coloured brickwork, a return verandah, marble mantelpieces, tiled fireplaces, delicate cornices and stained-glass windows.

The grandeur of the past lives on in the formal sitting and dining rooms family celebration, anyone? Modern additions include a family room, conservatory, upstairs bedroom and en suite. Perfect for a growing family, there are five bedrooms and two bathrooms. The block is large, as is the salt-water swimming pool, and Bourke Road shops are just around the corner. Selling agent Nikki Van Gulick says the house has been well maintained by the owners who are moving after 21 years. The garden is beautiful and you can see it from almost every room.

Expressions of interest: close 5pm November 9

Agent: Marshall White, Nikki Van Gulick 0419 325 911

14 Avoca Street, South Yarra VIC 3141

This pretty terrace offers a lot more than meets the eye. Victorian features happily mix with contemporary chic. Just steps away from Toorak Road shops, the Royal Botanic Gardens is also nearby. Those needing top schools are well catered for. The formal lounge and dining rooms are nicely connected while the kitchen and family zone overlook a generous terrace. Upstairs is a main bedroom, en suite and retreat plus another two bedrooms and bathroom. The surprise here is the basement-level gym, cellar, cinema, bedroom and bathroom. It has an oversize double garage, which is worth its weight in gold in South Yarra, says the agent.

Expressions of interest: close 3pm, November 6

Agent: RT Edgar,Mark Wridgway 0419 510 777

129 Wellington Parade South, East Melbourne VIC 3002

Is this city living at its best? Architect Rob Mills designed this uber-cool town house over three levels to take advantage of its city and park views. Its close to the MCG and the city is within walking distance. Outdoor terraces, high ceilings and beautifully detailed finishes put this in a luxury league of its own. The ground floor comprises a double garage and bedroom or home office. The living areas on the first floor are bookended by terraces with Jolimont Reserve peeping up on the north. Three bedrooms with balconies are on the top floor. The internal lift ensures the longevity of the home, the agent says.

Expressions of interest: close 5pm, November 4

Agent: Kay & Burton,Monique Depierre 0407 881 327

33 Wells Road, Beaumaris VIC 3193

Deep within this striking residence opposite Ilaroo Reserves playground is the warm heart of a 1970s brick house that was waiting for a magic wand. The magic came in the form of a new ultra-modern facade of Monument standing-seam matt cladding an audacious change by the project-driven owner and Black Rock architect Rohan Murley. The practical floor plan was retained and a luxury main bedroom suite was extended into the over-sized front garden. Its an amazing job, says the agent, noting its up-to-the-minute textural finishes, skylights, vertical split doors to an over-sized pantry and a huge all-weather curved deck facing the rear lawn.

Auction: 10am, October 31

Agent: Marshall White, Matthew Pillios 0408 145 982

11/17 Como Avenue, South Yarra VIC 3141

The serene side of South Yarra encircles this petite townhouse in the Como precinct. Cycle beside the Yarra, let the dog run free at Como Park, sip a soy latte from Kanteen and grab a picnic baguette from The Stables of Como Cafe, across the road. The property, in a 1978 low-rise development, has two bedrooms upstairs and a modern kitchen adjoining a living room (with fireplace) opening fully to a west-facing courtyard. Theres an English charm to the place, the agent says. Its a perfect pad for the younger generation, professional couples, those scaling down or for investment.

Auction: 2pm, October 31

Agent: Kay & Burton, Tom Staughton 0411 554 850

21 McCormack Street, Port Melbourne VIC 3207

More than simply an outdoor space, the rooftop terrace on this city-edge townhouse is both a private escape from the ordinary and a fabulous party venue. Its like a world on its own up there, so private and with majestic city views and catching the sun, the agent says. It also has provisions for a barbecue kitchen. The townhouse, built in 2012, is surrounded by popular parks and is 10 minutes walk from the beach. The vendors upgraded the downstairs deck and resurfaced the double-garage floor to make the most of every space.

Auction: noon, October 31

Agent: Belle, David Wood 0418 315 114

26 The Ridgeway, Kensington VIC 3031

4

Beds

2 Baths

Parking

This double-fronted Victorian-era family home is on a generous 400 square metres in a residential pocket that rates 10 out of 10 for walkability to local amenities, the agent says. Its even more of a hotspot since the City of Melbourne nominated nearby Bellair Street as a key precinct for post-lockdown outdoor dining. Block-fronted Fairhaven, where the vendors have lived for 30 years, has a priceless original iron-lacework verandah and scope to upgrade inside. Its convenient here, its quiet, and it has a versatile floor plan with a fourth bedroom that works as a home office, the agent says.

Auction: noon, October 24

Agent: Nelson Alexander, Jayson Watts 0415 940 227

2 Evans Street, Somers VIC 3927

Brimming with top-notch detail, romantic ambience and coastal elegance, this six years young home and its pool, terrace and decks nestle into the lush informal garden nurtured by the green-thumb vendor. The 1450-square-metre corner site features native plantings, sculptural shapes and bursts of colour; pride of place is earned by a multi-trunk lemon-scented gum favoured by visiting koalas. The interior will impress all other visitors. High ceilings, clerestory windows, beautiful timber floors, Italian marble, classic architraves and skirtings the agent lists. Its very evident that its generous in size and quality.

Expressions of interest: close 4pm, November 11

Agent: RT Edgar, Michael Parker 0428 540 500

170 One Tree Hill Road, Smiths Gully VIC 3760

A tight collection of tiny houses forms a romantic Tuscan-look micro-village within exquisite gardens at this surprising eight-hectare property. Various combinations of living areas, kitchens and bedrooms are found in each of the main house, second residence, cottage (the first one built circa the 1930s), a guest house, studio and barn-style loft, along with city views and remarkable bagged mudbrick walls, reclaimed timbers and wood fireplaces. The right person will say this is what theyve been dreaming of, says the agent, a near-neighbour. The lifestyle property with dams and grazing land will appeal for multi-generational living and B&B income.

Private sale

Agent: Jellis Craig, Scott Rawlings 0409 675 408

1330 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville VIC 3912

Fernbanks 140-year-old charms have been enhanced by a recent sensitive renovation that has added a new kitchen and casual living area at the back, as well as a large main bedroom, with an en suite and walk-in wardrobe, and a study. The double-fronted late-Victorian weatherboard is on 3550 square metres and is set well back from the road.

Vine-clad verandahs run around three sides of the house and white windows are set against muted exterior paintwork. Inside, the recent renovation has added a contemporary touch to the original large rooms. Three bedrooms are near the front of the house and open from the central hallway. They all have built-in wardrobes and two have fireplaces. A formal sitting room is opposite, and it adjoins the newly added open-plan area.

Private sale

Agent: Bonaccorde Property, Andrew Gillespie 0414 680 512

12 Canterbury Street, Sorrento VIC 3943

Newly built, this large contemporary-style house, which features timber highlights and polished concrete floors, is a short walk to Sorrentos shops and bay beach. A large kitchen, living and dining room extends to a covered outdoor dining area that is, effectively, another room and this overlooks the large north-facing pool and spa that are the focus of the house. Three childrens bedrooms are in a wing to one side of it and the large main bedroom, with an en suite and walk-in wardrobe, are on the other. A theatre, lift, study, games room, parking and storage complete a great package.

Private sale

Agent: Whitefox Real Estate, James Hallahan 0434 517 572

Read this article:
What to see this weekend: the best properties for sale around Victoria right now - Domain News