Gracing the largest landholding in the heart of prestigious Hawthorn Grove, ‘Nambour’ c1897 is a magnificent Queen Anne-inspired villa where breathtaking heritage grandeur and beautiful modern enhancement converge in an expansive resort-style family setting featuring a N/S tennis court and swimming pool oasis. Designed by prominent architect Phillip Kennedy, this highly-regarded luxury residence on a north-facing rear 2,364 sqm approx. allotment presents a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Extensive frontage to a Eugene Gilligan-designed garden with a historic oak tree introduces the glorious façade with its bellcast candle-snuffer slate roof of a truly significant family domain. A grand reception hall with a soaring lantern ceiling dressed in ornate heritage detail reveals multiple archways to stately formal rooms including a ballroom-style lounge beneath Oregon trusses, a serene sitting room, an illustrious dining room, an executive study and a quiet reading room.
Further is a large and lavish main bedroom suite complete with a walk-in robe, double-shower ensuite and an indulging conservatory-style soaker bath, while there are two additional ground-floor bedrooms and an upstairs children’s wing with city skyline views that features three deluxe ensuite bedrooms and a versatile lounge retreat. There’s also a full laundry with a drying cupboard, hydronic heating, ducted air-con, marble/gas fireplaces, double-glazing, custom storage and security alarm.
A stunning infusion of contemporary design is showcased at the rear launched by an outstanding kitchen fitted with premium V-ZUG appliances (combi-steam/MW/oven, induction cooktop), dual Miele dishwashers, Liebherr fridges/freezers, a Billi chill/boil tap and excellent pantry storage. Entertainers will be in their element as adjoining family dining and living areas awash with north light and overlooking the garden open to dual travertine alfresco terraces.
Completely secluded for private enjoyment and large-scale gatherings, the north-facing rear garden is a sublime landscaped sanctuary that’s highlighted by a flood-lit artificial grass tennis court, heated pool and spa backdropped by a tranquil water feature, and a versatile pool-house/gym with a bathroom, while there’s also remote-control garaging, ample off-street parking and automatic gate entry.
‘Nambour’ is a marvellous Melbourne treasure and a Hawthorn landmark on the preferred north side of what is widely regarded as the area’s premier street. Living here in such distinguished surroundings is a once in a generation privilege that offers remarkable lifestyle convenience near a range of highly sought-after schools (Xavier, MLC, Carey, Ruyton and Trinity), Grace Park, Kew Junction and Glenferrie Road’s high-end shopping, cafes, restaurants, trams and train station.