Inspections by Private Appointment - Please contact Simon Curtain 0405 385 285.Sophisticated and richly appointed, Kinvonvie, c1879, delivers an effortless blend of timeless elegance and creative design.With only four owners in its 145-year history, this universally admired, architecturally intact, luxurious Victorian residence with beautiful street presence on 2216sqm (approx.) is a once-in-a-generation home that celebrates the joy of living, family, and entertaining. Set in magnificent gardens, with a north-south tennis court, 20-metre heated swimming pool and spa, and beautiful pool house and alfresco areas, you will never want to, or need to, leave, Kinvonvie. This inspired family sanctuary in one of Hawthorn’s most tightly held enclaves has been meticulously restored and renovated, blending grand period details with modern functionality and practicality.This rare gem offers spectacular scale, with soaring ceilings and an abundance of space and style. Perfectly proportioned interiors are replete with jewel-like coloured glass, marble fireplaces, a stately central arched hall with gold leaf accents, extravagant and award-winning cornicing, and elegant 19th century characteristics that contribute to this historic home’s character. Contemporary embellishments include Venetian plaster feature walls, herringbone timber floors, Italian stone in the kitchen and bathrooms, and imported fittings and fixtures and soft furnishings by celebrated interior designer Jean-Pierre Heurteau. Perfectly curated, it offers a selection of lavish formal and informal living zones. The library with marble fireplace and front garden outlook is complemented by the formal sitting room with marble fireplace and garden views, which opens seamlessly to the dining room via original 19th century bi-fold doors for entertaining on a grand or intimate scale. A spectacular extension completed just last year incorporates an informal living domain with views through steel-framed glass doors to the tennis court and pool, inviting family and friends to gather around the fireplace, while the kitchen, finished in Verde Fantastico natural stone, is both beautiful and practical. It features high-end Wolf appliances with multiple ovens and induction cooktop, a Sub-zero fridge/freezer, abundant storage and butler’s pantry. Five bedrooms, all with open fireplaces, are designed for ultimate comfort. The sumptuous main suite has a generous walk-in robe and opulent ensuite, while three more bedrooms share equally lavish bathrooms with under-floor heating and heated towel rails.A separate wing with private entrance offers versatile, spacious accommodation with deluxe catering kitchen featuring Smeg appliances, as well as powder room, Euro laundry, and gym/bedroom, ideal for a home office, live-in au pair or guests.More features of this landmark property are Cbus home automation, Sonos sound system, security system, hydronic underfloor heating in main kitchen/living area, classic hydronic wall panels, air-conditioning, drying cabinet in main laundry, abundant storage, wine cellar, built-in Wolf BBQ, three phase power, and ample parking.Kinvonvie is walking distance to Scotch College, local primary schools, shops and cafes, with easy tram access to the Glenferrie shopping precinct and many of Melbourne’s finest schools.Please contact the selling agent to book a private viewing.