105/356 Carlisle Street, Balaclava.

This dual-level apartment deftly combines a clever layout with the perks of café-centric, city-edge living. Privacy is a priority, with a great separation between the communal areas and the bedroom. The ground floor hosts a cohesive living and dining room, connecting to a kitchen equipped with stone benchtops, an oven, gas cooktop, and dishwasher. Slide the doors open to a balcony that offers a leafy, serene backdrop, for relaxing outdoors. The entire top floor mirrors the openness of a loft. It's a self-contained sanctuary, incorporating a bedroom with a dedicated study nook, a spacious walk-in robe and an ensuite bathroom that adds a contemporary edge to this exclusive upstairs haven Efficiency is woven into the design highlighted by a guest powder room, a European laundry with a trough, and smart under-stairs storage for optimal use of space. Independent split-system air conditioners on both levels ensure personalized comfort, complemented by a car space and secure intercom access. Set back from the street, the home is a quiet retreat amid a dynamic cosmopolitan buzz. Located just steps away from aromatic cafés, a global dining scene, essential shopping and trams and Balaclava Station for commuting ease, it's a standout choice for an exciting urban lifestyle.