78 Duke Street, Richmond, Vic 3121

Extended and enlivened while sympathetic to its period persona, this evocative, double fronted Victorian pairs fluidity and flexibility with stand out space and style, hidden quietly on a one way avenue behind the verve of Swan Street. An endearing facade precedes an interior rich with old world charm, with a leadlight window and Baltic pine floors perfect accompaniments to soaring, rosetted ceilings. Three impressive bedrooms gift young families to grow into, joined by a sleek central bathroom with bath/shower and water temperature control. Broad dining, fireside living, and rear sitting areas guide flow through bifold doors for streamlined entertaining, with a wonderfully quiet, completely private yard primed for hospitality under afternoon rays. Gas cooking and a Miele dishwasher enhance a kitchen with breakfast bar, while other features include ample storage, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, plantation shutters, a European laundry, backyard shed, and eligibility for two parking permits. With no heritage overlay opening up potential for a second storey (STCA), the home sits just steps from city, Melbourne Park, and Chapel Street trains and trams, blissful Barkly Gardens, the scenic Yarra Trail, and bars, boutiques, and brunch spots of Bridge Road, Church Street, and Burnley Street, while near acclaimed Richmond Primary, Richmond High, and Melbourne Girls’ College (zoned for all).