20 Nicholson Street, Footscray VIC 3011

Immaculately restored, updated and extended double-fronted Victorian residence circa 1880*

Stunning period features include pressed metal ceilings, stained glass entry, original fireplaces

Fabulous entertainer's back garden with brick-paved patio, in-built BBQ, manicured lawn and cubbyhouse

Four spacious bedrooms with built-in cabinetry, including an inviting master with ensuite

Classic Victorian bay windows to the two front rooms providing unparalleled street appeal

Open-plan kitchen/dining/living

Premium appliances including statement freestanding Falcon cooker oven

Huge sunroom/entertaining room

Breathtaking main bathroom with freestanding bathtub, walk-in shower and double vanity

High-end floor treatments throughout, including waterproof hybrid timber floorboards

Ducted heating and reserve cycle split-system units throughout

Large attic storage space

6kW solar panel system

Rear laneway access offering off-street parking

6 camera CCTV system

Renovated and extended to perfection, this magnificent Victorian residence masterfully blends original elegance and grandeur with contemporary updates to offer the ultimate in luxe modern living and easy entertaining.

Soaring pressed metal ceilings, huge bay windows, a stained-glass entry, original fireplaces and an elegant arched hallway are joined by modern comforts, creating a home that is as beautiful as it is warm and welcoming.

Four bedrooms with built-in cabinetry and the comfort of split-system heating and cooling offer decadent retreats, with the large master offering the privacy of an ensuite and the other bedrooms sharing the spectacular main bathroom. Accentuated by a stunning arched window, the bathroom's deep freestanding bath, walk-in shower and marble-topped double vanity offer everyday luxury.

Multiple living spaces make this an ideal home for growing families, centred around a large open-plan hub, where generous living and dining zones are accentuated by a striking exposed brick fireplace and joined by a superbly appointed gourmet kitchen. Adding extra living space is the huge entertaining / sunroom, where full-width double-glazed windows capture streams of sunlight and sliding doors offer instant access to the spacious entertainer's garden. An in-built BBQ and brick-paved patio make summer entertaining a breeze, while the generous garden and cubbyhouse offer a dream outdoor play space for the kids.

The European laundry and large, easily accessible attic storage add extra convenience, while ducted heating throughout ensures comfort during Melbourne's cooler months. Reserve cycle split system units throughout the house provides air-conditioning comfort during the warmers months.

Other highlights include a 6kW solar panel system, 6 camera CCTV security system and secure off-street parking via rear laneway access.

Why you'll love this location:

Positioned within one of the most prestigious pockets of Footscray, this address offers a second-to-none city-fringe lifestyle only 7km* from the CBD.

Walk to Footscray Park in just four minutes* to immerse yourself in its divine gardens as you make your way to the Maribyrnong River Trail for a morning stroll or jog. Treat yourself to a great morning coffee from Rudimentary, a five-minute* walk from home, and enjoy the delights of Footscray's renowned dining scene a short walk away.

Walk to Coles and Kmart at Footscray Plaza in just six minutes* and stock up on fresh produce at the Footscray Market, an 11-minute* stroll from home.

Victoria University and the new Footscray Hospital site are just footsteps from home, while both Footscray Primary School and Footscray High School are within easy walking distance, ensuring easy school mornings ahead.

Enjoy a swift drive to the CBD or walk to Footscray Station for regular city-bound trains.

*Approximate