On the banks of the Yarra, this ground-floor gem offers refined easy living at its lock-and-leave best, weaving the tranquillity of its river surrounds into the vibrancy Abbotsford is so renowned for. Widely acclaimed for its sophisticated design and sympathy for the area’s industrial past, the ‘Boiler House’ segment of the broader ‘Riviere’ complex is the perfect host for what is a stand-out residence, just as attractive to professionals and downsizers as it is seasoned investors. Broad living and dining areas step onto an enclosed terrace soaking in sun from its open northern side, with all spaces combining to make entertaining effortless. Mirrored robes and a smart bathroom/laundry serve two substantial bedrooms, while the home’s other highlights include a stone-top kitchen with upscale appliances, engineered oak floorboards, reverse-cycle heating/cooling, an intercom, a secure car space and storage cage. Yarra trails, parkland, and rapids are sublime for an escape to nature, while the Abbotsford Convent/Collingwood Children’s Farm precinct, city trains and trams, and the cuisine, coffee, and nightlife of Johnston Street all sit steps away.