377-381 The Boulevard Boulevard
Ivanhoe East, VIC 3079

Overview

377-381 The Boulevard, Ivanhoe East

This exceptional residence, known as 'Melvida', offers an abundance of stunning spaces, resort-style features, and the finest inclusions, showcasing a remarkable transformation. Originally the home of renowned builder E A Watts, who was also responsible for Melbourne's first skyscraper, this solid brick house is beautifully rendered and set on approximately 3500 square meters. It provides sweeping leafy views from a prized location just seconds from the Yarra River.

The home spans three luxurious levels, centering around spacious living and dining rooms and a sunroom that features original terrazzo flooring. A state-of-the-art home theatre with marble surfaces and an 85-inch television offers impressive entertainment options. Additional relaxation spaces include a retreat and bar, while a generous guest house includes a fold-down queen bed, a high-end kitchen, bathroom, and steam room.

Designed for entertaining, the property boasts both a commercial-grade kitchen and a top-tier family kitchen and meals area. The family kitchen is equipped with Miele appliances and granite countertops, complemented by a butler’s pantry featuring electric joinery, an integrated Liebherr freezer, and a commercial cool room. Adjacent to the cool room, an alfresco area shines with a charcoal spit/barbecue, pizza oven, and commercial-grade burners. Additional outdoor amenities include a poolside kitchen and entertaining area, a cigar lounge, a walk-in cigar humidor, a climate-controlled cellar, and terrazzo balconies.

The home includes a luminous study and five restful bedrooms, each with direct access to fully tiled bathrooms, including four ensuites. The main bedroom features a vast walk-in robe and a lavish spa ensuite with a twin shower. Two powder rooms and a poolside shower provide convenience for outdoor activities, and the large laundry is a standout feature.

Health and wellbeing are catered for with a fully equipped gymnasium, a full-size tennis court, and a sauna. The enticing infinity-edge pool reaches a depth of three meters and includes a heated spa, diving board, waterfall, and jet features.

Comfort is enhanced by quality heating and cooling systems, a 22-kilowatt solar array, C-Bus automation, Sonos sound system, security system, and CCTV. The property’s aesthetic appeal is elevated by crystal chandeliers, multicolour LED strip lighting, Brintons plush carpets, established gardens, granite flooring, and granite paving. Exceptional storage solutions, a greenhouse, an underground 123,000-litre water tank, automatic gates, a circular driveway, and a seven-car garage complete this extraordinary offering, demonstrating a tireless dedication to excellence and a lifestyle beyond compare.

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