Melbourne Times and Moonee Valley feature house: Inside a family oasis in the heart of Fitzroy North

On the corner of two residential streets in the quiet end of the Edinburgh Gardens precinct lies this family oasis. Out the back at least, it’s an oasis in the true sense of the word: there’s a large swimming pool out here, heated by solar and gas. The pool is accompanied by palms and a wisteria-draped barbecue terrace.

It’s hard to believe we’re in Fitzroy North.

But we are. On the corner of St Georges Road South and Freeman Street, to be precise. The most notable local feature is undoubtedly Edinburgh Gardens, a true inner north institution. No other Melbourne park can come close to approaching the scene, particularly on a sunny day, when it can often feel as if the whole town has decided to rush out for a picnic right here.

Of course, there are other highlights nearby. Rathdowne Village, Brunswick and Smith streets and the restaurants and shops of St Georges Road are all either a stone’s throw or a hop, skip and a jump away.

As for the house itself: upstairs you’ll find two bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes and opening onto a large retreat.

An adjoining upstairs bathroom caters to the residents up here, who get to glimpse the Melbourne city skyline as they trundle into bed.

The other three bedrooms are all downstairs, and two of them have charming fireplaces. The sitting room down here could also function as a bedroom if required.

The main bedroom looks over the front verandah, and has two separate access points for both a walk-in wardrobe and an en suite bathroom with double vanity.

A wide, double-arched hallway greets visitors at the front of the house.

You’ll find the open family and dining rooms and kitchen further into the property, and the kitchen comes with Smeg and Bosch appliances. Off to the side of this communal space are one of the downstairs bedrooms, the bathroom and a home office.

Other features include attic storage, polished parquet floors and a security alarm.

SOLD - $2,550,000

49 St Georges Road South, Fitzroy North VIC 3068

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14/79 Oxford Street, Collingwood

This Collingwood warehouse apartment has a storied history, with the Foy & Gibson factory buildings – a recognisable local landmark – dating back to 1876. By the late 1990s this apartment had fallen into the hands of then-AFL player David Schwarz. Features include legitimately high ceilings (at 8.5 metres), an open living/dining area, bar with built-in fridge and the second-floor retreat, leading to a private rooftop terrace. The kitchen has a large pantry, and a powder room adjoins the entry foyer. As for the main bedroom, it has a walk-in wardrobe and double shower en suite. We’re smack bang in the middle of Collingwood: Smith Street is a couple of steps away.

SOLD - $2,525,000

14/79 Oxford Street, Collingwood VIC 3066

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