5/246 Albert Street, East Melbourne, Vic 3002

Sweeping views directly over the Fitzroy Gardens to the city skyline provide a peaceful and picturesque backdrop to the beautifully renovated spaces of this stunning apartment. Tucked away in prominent Toorak architect Robert B. Hamilton’s exclusive ‘Sherwood’ building, this Art Deco era apartment was originally described as a ‘new modern, dignified city home’ and after a comprehensive contemporary transformation that depiction is now as relevant as ever. Large older-style proportions, expanses of park-side glazing and carefully-curated layers of designer brilliance combine in an oversized, top-floor interior setting where at every turn is an uninterrupted vista of elegant tall trees, open-air greenery and further to Saint Patrick’s Cathedral and the city’s skyscrapers. A superb separation of space defines the single-level floorplan launched by an inviting entrance hallway leading to an impressive living and dining room featuring a gas fireplace and direct access out to an amazing park-view balcony. Top-line European appliances including an induction cooktop and natural stone surfaces combine in a sublime gourmet kitchen with a north-facing breakfast bench, while further is a chic streamlined bathroom with a frameless-glass shower and a laundry area. Accommodation is suitably spacious and consists of 2 bright bed-rooms where a second is fitted with a desk and storage while the huge main with its wonderful views incorporates a ceiling fan and extensive built-in robes. Additional attributes of this substantial home include split-system air-conditioning units, electric panel heaters, polished oak floorboards and quality soft furnishings, plus a secure parking space on title. This exquisite apartment in a tightly-held, low-rise boutique block presents an extraordinary city-edge lifestyle opportunity on the park with perfect proximity to Melbourne’s landmark amenities including the MCG and Rod Laver Arena, Gertrude Street cafes, CBD restaurants, arts and theatre districts, trams and East Melbourne’s hospitals/medical precinct.