Prestige Property: 7 Towers Road, Toorak, Melbourne, VIC
A prized, north-facing pile in Melbourne’s most sought-after suburb.
By Terry Christodoulou
Fri, Mar 26, 2021 9:05am
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Set in the elite enclave of Toorak is this magnificent family residence.
Offering 5-bedrooms, 5-bathrooms and a 6-car garage, the home is one of a select few properties on Towers Road to boast a north-facing rear.
The elegant manse sees a heady combination of soaring ceiling heights, stone and parquetry floors (with underfloor heating) delivered with the highest levels of craftsmanship throughout.
The impressive hall leads past an opulently fitted executive study and through to the elegantly appointed formal living and dining rooms. From here, one can access the casual living area and kitchen – the latter fitted with Gaggenau, Ilve, and Miele appliances, stone benchtops and walk-in pantry – overlooking the tennis court and swimming pool.
Glass doors provide an effortless transition from living to outdoor areas – a true entertainer’s dream – with the residence enjoying low-maintenance gardens designed by Paul Bangay and access to the aforementioned resort-like facilities.
The ground floor also boasts a self-contained guest room with ensuite and private front garden entrance.
Guided by a handcrafted marble staircase, one arrives at the master bedroom with a luxuriously appointed ensuite and expansive walk-in wardrobe. Three additional bedrooms – one with ensuite, the other two sharing a bathroom – are also found here.
The semi-basement sees a full bathroom – servicing the pool, home theatre, adjoining gym, communications room and fitted cellar. Further, another kitchen and home theatre is found here alongside a capacious garage for all the essentials.
The exclusive residence is close to Toorak Village, leading schools, transport, freeway access and the Yarra River.
The listing is with Kay & Burton’s Ross Savas (+61 418 322 994) and Michael Gibson (+61 418 530 392). Price guide $22-$24 million.
This article originally appeared on the Robb Report Australia & New Zealand.
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A Mid-Century Modern home in Carmel, California, hit the market on Friday for just the third time in 70 years with a listing price of $4.25 million.
Located in the community of Carmel Highlands, the house is just steps from the coastline and comes with private beach access, according to the listing with Tim Allen of Coldwell Banker Realty in Northern California. Allen was not immediately available for comment.
The property last changed hands in 2010 when Hollywood screenwriter Richard Outten bought it for $990,000, public records show. Outten penned the screenplays for the 1992 movie “Pet Sematary Two” and the 1987 film “Lionheart,” and created the story for the 2012 “Journey to the Center of the Earth” sequel, “Journey 2: The Mysterious Island.” He was not immediately available for comment.
Built in 1953, the home’s mid-century charm has been preserved over the years while still being updated for modern living. Interior details include wood paneling, exposed-brick walls and beamed ceilings.
The single-level house has 1,785 square feet, which includes three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Though not directly on the water, large windows flanking the adobe-brick, wood-burning fireplace look out at the ocean.
Sliding glass doors create a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living. Outside, there’s a large patio surrounded by lush landscaping, and there are also meandering paths through sustainable succulent gardens, according to the listing.
In addition to its close proximity to the beach, the home is a 10-minute walk from downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea.
As of July, the median list price in Carmel is $3.1 million, up 8% from last year, even as active listings have increased 50% year over year, according to data from Realtor.com.
