18 Riverview Road, Essendon VIC 3040

"FAIRVIEW" - one of the area's best, this landmark period showpiece boasts an idyllic environment of signature style and floorplan versatility set on a huge allotment (approx 1100sqm) in the heart of Essendon's exclusive private schools precinct. As functional as it is beautiful, the home's extended design highlights five bedrooms (large master with fitted WIR, deluxe ensuite and private wrap-around balcony), study/home office and two further bathrooms. Multiple living zones include an elegant formal lounge, rumpus/retreat (upstairs) and vast open-plan living/dining area leading out to an expansive north-facing backyard with immaculate lawns, established gardens and salt-chlorinated pool. Add to this a superb stone-bench kitchen with Miele appliances (including steam oven) and butler's pantry with second Miele dishwasher, large laundry, excellent storage options, ducted heating/refrigerated cooling, open fireplaces, high ornate ceilings, plus three-car garage and additional two-car off-street parking (via Locke Street). Walking distance to Penleigh, Lowther Hall and St Columba's College, Clarinda Park, Essendon Station, Rose Street cafes and shops. Family living at its absolute finest!