485 Punt Road, South Yarra

Positioned just moments from the iconic Fawkner Park, this exceptional double-fronted Hawthorn Brick Victorian residence has been magnificently transformed to deliver an extraordinary rental opportunity, combining timeless character with refined contemporary living. Offering generous proportions, premium finishes and secure three-car garaging via quiet Bunny Lane, this is a home of rare calibre in one of South Yarra’s most tightly held pockets. A beautifully landscaped formal garden and tessellated verandah welcome you inside, where a skylit entrance hall reveals soaring ceilings and wide oak flooring flowing throughout. A refined formal sitting room with marble fireplace offers flexibility as a secondary living zone or additional bedroom, while the luxurious main suite is a true retreat, complete with leafy outlooks, original fireplace, extensive robes, a walk-through dressing area and a designer ensuite framed by tranquil greenery. A second bathroom on the ground floor continues the home’s sophisticated, spa-like aesthetic. At the heart of the home, expansive open-plan living and dining areas are bathed in natural northern light through striking steel-framed windows. The designer kitchen is finished to the highest standard, featuring Calacatta marble benchtops and splashback, bronze tapware, bespoke lighting and a full suite of Miele appliances including dual ovens, 900mm gas cooktop, integrated fridge and dishwasher. Two private alfresco terraces, framed by lush greenery and original brickwork, create the perfect setting for entertaining, with direct access through the garage to the park beyond. Upstairs, a secondary living zone captures sweeping outlooks including glimpses of the city skyline, complemented by three generously sized bedrooms with built-in robes, two enjoying views over Fawkner Park. A beautifully appointed central bathroom with freestanding bath completes the upper level. Additional features include: - Secure garage parking for three vehicles via rear lane access. - Ducted heating and cooling throughout. - Double glazing for year-round comfort. - Full laundry and additional powder room. - Plantation shutters and designer lighting throughout. Perfectly positioned within walking distance to Fawkner Park, elite schools including Wesley College, Melbourne Grammar, Christ Church Grammar and South Yarra Primary, as well as Prahran Market, Chapel Street, Toorak Road dining and city-bound transport, this home offers a lifestyle of prestige, space and absolute convenience.