Property Details: • Type: House

• Bedrooms: 4 • Bathrooms: 2

Description: "ALSTON LEA" a large high-side block (approx 922sqm) in the heart of Essendon provides the perfect setting for this elegant Edwardian offering a ready-made lifestyle of family flexibility with exceptional scope for further enhancement and expansion (STCA). The gorgeous facade with tessellated tile verandah makes way for a well-proportioned interior comprising four bedrooms (extra-large main with built-in robes) all serviced by a modern central bathroom and not-so-modern second bathroom. Dual living zones add to the allure including an elegant front lounge and open family/dining area to the rear adjoined by a timber-top kitchen complete with 900mm cooking appliances and double dishwasher. Other fine features of this period prize include hydronic heating and split-system air conditioning for year-round comfort, along with towering ceilings, original lead-light windows, solid timber floors and full-size laundry. Step outside to discover an enormous backyard sanctuary with brick-paved entertaining area, lush lawn and established gardens, plus an under-house cellar, tandem double garage (r/c) and additional secure off-street parking space (r/c rollerdoor) via the rear ROW. Moments from the open spaces of Lincoln Park, it's also walking distance to Mt Alexander Road trams, village shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as easy access to Essendon Station, Citylink and the area's esteemed private schools.