You Wish: a taste of Gascoigne Estate

2 Beaver Street, Malvern East
$5.5-$6.05 million

Buyers who have not heard of the Gascoigne Estate, and are in the market for a trophy home, should take note. It’s a pocket of Malvern East that is coveted for its trademark grand real estate.

This Federation estate is typical of the properties here – highly sought, but tightly held.

With five bedrooms and voluminous proportions, it’s fit for a growing brood. Top schools within range add to its appeal.

The period facade has been retained, unfurling to a contemporary extension.

Glistening leadlight windows and open fireplaces, in the traditional front rooms – to the right of the entry – speak to its heritage.

The main bedroom occupies this front portion of the home – private, and overlooking lush gardens, with an en suite and walk-in wardrobe.

Another bedroom is tucked on the ground floor, with three more upstairs, and all bar one have built-in wardrobes (leaving scope for a generous study).

At the back is bright open-plan living, taking in the kitchen, informal dining area and lounge, with fireplace. This all spills to a terrace, with a pool and spa.

The basement holds a cellar, with space for many bottles of fine wine.

Marshall White’s John Manton sends the property to auction on June 8.