2/16 Blenheim Street, Balaclava.

Expressions of Interest Closing Tue 13 Oct 1.00pm. Quietly positioned at the rear and unfolding across multiple levels, this architecturally designed five bedroom, three bathroom residence delivers a remarkable amount of space in the heart of Balaclava. Multiple living and outdoor areas, two secure basement car spaces and lift access provide exceptional flexibility, while Carlisle Street and Balaclava Station are quite literally around the corner. A wide entrance introduces the accommodation level, where four substantial bedrooms provide impressive family scale. The main bedroom overlooks the rear courtyard and features a large walk-in robe and superb ensuite, while the remaining double bedrooms include built-in or walk-in robes and ceiling fans, two sharing a courtyard retreat. A fifth bedroom or home office features ensuite access to a second bathroom with laundry facilities, while the spacious main bathroom includes a separate bath and shower. Upstairs, the home opens into a bright and expansive living and dining domain, where bi fold doors connect the interior with a large covered terrace. Generous enough for outdoor dining and entertaining, the terrace extends the living space well beyond the walls and brings another layer of versatility to a home already notable for its scale. The exquisite custom designed kitchen with a long stone island bench is comprehensively appointed for serious cooking, pairing stone benchtops with an extensive suite of Miele appliances. An integrated MasterCool fridge and freezer, steam oven, pyrolytic oven, double warming drawer, five burner gas hob, adjustable extractor fan and semi integrated dishwasher with pull out cutlery tray are joined by cleverly integrated double waste bins and excellent storage. A separate theatre room provides another living space, while the upper reaches of the home reveal yet more flexibility with a sunny study zone and rooftop terrace with revolving views across the district towards the city. Solar panels and double glazed windows accompany reverse cycle ducted heating and air conditioning, hardwood timber flooring, instantaneous gas hot water and fly screens throughout. Two secure basement car spaces, extensive storage and lift access complete a home designed to handle busy family life without compromise. Nearby Carlisle Street offers cafes, restaurants, bakeries, bars, fresh food and everyday services. Local favourites including Las Chicas, Monk Bodhi Dharma, Moonhouse and Glick's sit within an easy stroll, while Balaclava Station and Carlisle Street trams make the city readily accessible. Ripponlea Village, local parks, schools and the beach broaden the neighbourhood further. Substantial, beautifully equipped and extraordinarily flexible, this is a Balaclava home that gives family life room to expand, with multiple places to live, work and entertain and one of the neighbourhood's most vibrant precincts just beyond the front gate.