1 Wentworth Avenue, Canterbury, Vic 3126

Golden opportunities such as here in one of Melbourne’s most prestigious and highly sought-after precincts are remarkably rare, and enviably located at a premier address, this elegant four bedroom and study Edwardian on a magnificent 851 sqm approx. allotment presents a once in a generation opening. Exceedingly comfortable for immediate enjoyment, take advantage when ready of the unparalleled potential with next-level luxury for family lifestyle excellence near private schools.

Set within beautifully established gardens on a coveted Canterbury avenue, this gracious residence adorned with period refinement throughout a well-appointed interior offers generous family accommodation of three ground-floor bedrooms (built-in robes), a study/ forth bedroom, complemented by a huge upstairs retreat, a large first-floor storeroom and two superb bathrooms. 

Ornate fretwork, stained-glass windows and polished floorboards bring poise and charm to an entrance hallway, along with formal sitting and dining rooms warmed by decorative open fireplaces. High ceilings extend to an updated modern kitchen with stainless-steel appliances before a cosy wood heater, meals area and a family living room. Also offers a full-size laundry, ducted heating and split-system air-conditioner, as well as a spacious rear garden with a timber verandah and mature plantings. 

Offered for the first time in decades and with no heritage overlay, this exceptional timber home delivers unsurpassed size and scope for a range of options from enjoying exactly as is or executing a stunning renovation/extension, to building a substantial new state-of-the-art family domain or possible architect-designed redevelopment (STCA). 

Combining prospects of perfection beyond peer with dream land dimensions, this inspiring blue-chip property amid elite Golden Mile surroundings is desirably located within close proximity to Canterbury Girls Secondary College, Camberwell Grammar School, Camberwell Girls’ Grammar School, Fintona Girls’ School, Camberwell and East Camberwell stations, Burke Road trams, Boroondara Park, Anniversary Trail, Mailing Road cafes and Camberwell Junction shops and restaurants.