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Overview
This exquisite residence at 26 Yarrbat Avenue in Balwyn offers a sublime combination of bespoke contemporary design and luxurious classical styling, perfectly suited for families seeking a sophisticated lifestyle within the prestigious Balwyn High School zone.
The home's architectural finesse is immediately apparent upon entry, with sun-drenched interiors highlighted by elegant oak parquetry flooring and designer lighting featuring a cascading multi-drop crystal chandelier. The flexible double-storey layout is crafted for both comfortable family living and stylish entertaining, incorporating a variety of indoor-outdoor living spaces.
A ground-floor guest suite with a walk-in robe and shared ensuite adds versatility alongside a sitting room or media/study area and a generously sized laundry. The extensive living and dining zones feature a signature hand-carved marble gas log fireplace, creating a warm ambience overlooking landscaped gardens that seamlessly extend to a family room or home theatre.
The gourmet kitchen is a centerpiece of culinary excellence, equipped with high-performance Dekton stone surfaces, a large breakfast island, Falcon range cooker, soft-close cabinetry, electric blinds, and a butler's pantry boasting premium Miele stainless steel appliances and ample storage.
Seamless stack sliding doors connect this space to an undercover all-weather deck complete with a new BBQ kitchen, travertine paving, and a level lawn. The outdoor area is enhanced by a gas/solar-heated pool and spa, automated irrigation, garden lighting, and security features including video intercom, CCTV surveillance, and an automatic gate leading to a remote-controlled double garage.
Upstairs, the accommodation wing is complemented by a lounge retreat, wet bar/kitchenette, and walk-in linen press. Each of the four bedrooms includes walk-in robes and stylish ensuites, with the north-facing main suite offering an exclusive parents' retreat with a study, dressing room, and luxurious dual-vanity ensuite featuring a freestanding bath and oversized shower.
Additional comfort and security conveniences include ducted zoned heating, refrigerated cooling, double glazing, security alarm, and smart-home enabled entry systems.
Set on a substantial 894 square metre parcel in one of Balwyn’s most sought-after locations, this near-new sanctuary is within walking distance of Balwyn Village, parks, gardens, shops, cafes, restaurants, public transport, and leading private schools, delivering an unmatched modern family lifestyle with enduring appeal.
Local Market Insights
In Balwyn, Quiet Listings observed 19 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 20 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $3,675,316. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 68%, followed by units (14%), and townhouses (7%). The most active agency for houses in the Balwyn area is currently Jellis Craig, representing 37% of new listings, followed by Ray White with 21%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
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