14 St Georges Road

Inspect by Private Appointment "One of Toorak's most dignified homes" is the way Australian Home Beautiful described Welwyn as it was then known. Now referred to as Karum, this landmark house, designed by AJ Ainslie in 1929, is one of Melbourne's most coveted homes on the world-renowned St Georges Road. Surrounded by Paul Bangay gardens, an impressive Art Deco-inspired swimming pool and spa, and a championship-sized tennis court framed by established hedges, it is certainly not only dignified but sets a benchmark that few properties rival. Designed in the Mediterranean Georgian Revival style, Karum features extensive beveled glass windows, decorative columns and an arched portico that's reminiscent of the great palazzos overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. There are fluid and interconnected rooms, with both formal and informal living areas to entertain-with exquisite period details from the home's many open fireplaces, decorative plaster and coffered ceilings to the rich timber parquetry floors. The kitchen is well equipped with state-of-the-art appliances, marble benchtops and an island bench that allows for informal gatherings. As well as a large separate office, there are beautifully appointed bedrooms of grand proportions, including the main bedroom suite with its lavish marble-lined ensuite. The walk-in wardrobe and dressing area is akin to a luxury boutique-complete with built-in joinery and display cabinets. And as would be expected from a house of this calibre, there's also a sizeable gymnasium, beautifully appointed marble-lined bathrooms and all the creature comforts for the 21st century and well beyond. Contemporary meets traditional in this truly palatial home that has been conceived for the most discerning buyer. Providing an oasis in the heart of Toorak with some of the city's finest private schools and shopping moments away, this is an address that is simply beyond compare.

Represented By: Kay & Burton