44 Verdant Avenue

AUV Real Estate is proud to present this newly renovated, three-level house in Toorak, a prestigious suburb. This home features five bedrooms, a study, and four bathrooms, set against the backdrop of the Yarra River on the northern direction , creating an ideal setting for contemporary living and family entertainment.Designed in 2000 by English architect Nicholas Saunders, this residence is one of his distinctive homes in Victoria. Often considered his flagship design, the house features a nautical theme, reminiscent of a ship sailing towards the Yarra River. The curved walls, angled design, terracotta render, and solid brick construction evoke the feeling of a vessel overlooking the river, complete with a prow-like terrace that points toward the water.As you cross the bridge walkway to the main door, you’ll notice how the current owners have carefully preserved the original character of the windows while fully renovating the home to enhance its artistic appeal.The house is filled with natural northern light and offers smooth access to family living spaces and impressive entertaining areas. Highlights include:* High ceilings* European oak flooring* A glamorous, elevated living-dining space with floor-to-ceiling windows* A spacious family lounge with a fireplace and built-in Liebherr wine fridge that opens to a covered northerly balcony with river viewsThe gourmet kitchen is equipped with premium Gaggenau appliances, including an oven, induction cooktop, dishwasher, Whispair Rangehood, and Liebherr integrated fridge and freezer. The large window offers a view of the river while you're preparing food for family.The basement features a rumpus room with a bar, a storage room, and three bedrooms. Two bedrooms on the east side share a large bathroom with a bathtub, while the main bedroom on the far side includes a built-in desk and an ensuite with glass-doored cabinetry. The low-maintenance garden includes a northerly deck area under the balcony, perfect for sunbathing or stargazing, and an area for exercise or yoga.The top floor includes two office areas and two master suites with views of the river, city, and treetops, including a circular bath in one of the ensuites. The internal entry to the extra large remote garage and theThis location offers an enviable lifestyle, with the River trail across the road for walks and biking, and a min walk to the Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club, Como Park, 15 mins walk to Toorak Village with shops and Tram, and 20 mins walk to Chapel Street. Several schools, including St Catherine’s, St Kevin’s, and Geelong Grammar’s Toorak campus, are also easily accessible.Please contact us to schedule an inspection and explore the opportunity to purchase this unique residence.