A breathtaking renovation blends perfectly with the grand scale of this magnificent 5 bedroom family home on 973.6 m2/ 10,476 sq ft approx in The Golden Mile only 7 doors from the foreshore. Craftsman built in 1918 to exacting standards now rarely seen; the croquet lawn has long gone but the stately residence with outstanding contemporary refinements remains to offer wonderful large-family living in low maintenance designer gardens with a fully tiled pool and spa.With imposing street appeal and grand circular driveway, the home comprises a classic entry with dado panelling; 5 bedrooms, main with open fire place, built in robes with kitchenette plus dressing room and marble ensuite with spa bath, double shower/steam room and separate toilet and bidet; Ground level guest bedroom/home office with ensuite and OFP; stately formal lounge and dining rooms with open fire places; a sensational English style double glazed conservatory of immense proportion with kitchen, meals and living spaces boasting electric roof windows with rain censors, electric blinds, gas log fire, bench seating with storage; a vast attic with bay and city views could be a teenage retreat/ gym/home office; 3 further sumptuous marble bathrooms with lavish appointments; 4m x 4m underground cellar; family size laundry with external access. The epicurean kitchen showcases granite benchtops and splashbacks, 900mm oven, butler's pantry, soft-close drawers, three sinks, instant hot water and loads of cupboard space. Highlights include intricate parquetry flooring, ornate ceilings, lead lighting, picture rails, hydronic heating, reverse cycle heat/cool units, C-Bus electrical system, laundry chute, 3 hot water services, roof storage, 4,000lts of water storage and more. Set in landscaped gardens, an alfresco covered entertaining and dining terrace has a plumbed barbecue and hot and cold running water whilst a water feature highlights the fully tiled, gas heated salt-chlorinated pool with sandstone surrounds. With a return driveway and remote controlled double lockup garage, the home is perfectly positioned only metres from the bay close to leading schools, parks and renowned shopping strips in Martin Street and Church Street.