The magnificent Boom-style façade of this outstanding balcony terrace is a sun-splashed picture of heritage beauty introducing a versatile interior of refined Victorian character and superb modern quality in a coveted corner position near the Darling Gardens. Located in a prominent terrace row and entered from Gordon Street, this impressive double-storey residence combines elegance and sophistication in a highly-comfortable setting where an arched hallway with a decorative ceiling and polished floorboards leads to a beautiful north-facing living room including split-system air-conditioning and a Jetmaster gas fireplace. Opposite is a flexible study/library or a home office, that’s also a possible extra living space or bedroom, complementing first-floor accommodation of 3 air-conditioned bedrooms fitted with built-in robes (larger double-glazed main opening to a balcony) accompanied by a period-inspired bathroom with a clawfoot bath and a corner shower. A smart powder room offers added convenience to the ground-floor arrangement that transitions to a contemporary rear design where a modern kitchen featuring European appliances and an extensive benchtop flows into a sky-lit family/meals area with a split-system unit and bifold doors opening to a secluded entertainment deck and courtyard with storage sheds and rear lane ROW. Other features of the home include a laundry area, hydronic heating, fresh paintwork, new carpet, stained-glass windows and LED lighting. Impeccably maintained and offered for the first time in 42 years, capitalise on this rare corner opportunity by the Clifton Hill village and enjoy an exceptional inner-city lifestyle where a host of excellent amenities are all within easy walking distance. Close to local cafes, parkland including Merri Creek Trail, schools, Clifton Hill train station, trams and surrounding shopping and entertainment precincts such as Queens Parade, Brunswick and Smith Streets, and High Street Northcote.