16 Gordon Street, Toorak

Stroll to the village. Blending classic period details with sun-drenched al fresco living, this red brick Edwardian offers broad lifestyle appeal in a tranquil family-friendly pocket of Toorak, nestled between Hawksburn and Toorak Villages. Set on a low maintenance block, walking distance to shops, trams, Hawksburn Station, schools, kindergartens and parks, this home's timber fretwork, high ceilings, floorboards, decorative fireplaces and stained glass windows evoke its Edwardian origins. The living and dining room both enjoy open fireplaces, while the comfortable kitchen with stone benchtops and Bosch appliances overlooks the casual meals area where French doors open to a private paved courtyard garden. Two pristine downstairs bedrooms with built- in robes include the main bedroom at the front with an ensuite and second bedroom served by a central bathroom. Upstairs, the third bedroom or retreat with study area offers enchanting vistas of the night sky through its rooftop window. Multiple north- facing brick paved courtyards provide year-round opportunities for al fresco relaxation and dining. With ducted gas heating, air conditioning, large laundry, off-street car parking through remote-controlled electric gates, this period gem offers timeless appeal in a superbly convenient location.