148 Summerhill Road, Glen IrisVIC

‘Langley Burrell’ is a magnificent period mansion occupying a sprawling 1,516m2 (approx.) of coveted, blue-chip real estate. It flaunts the grand elegance and impressive proportions of its interwar era in an unrestrained four-bedroom layout. Perfectly situated in a family-favoured locale, surrounded by lush parklands and elite schools, the home is mere paces from Ashburton Village’s luscious cafés and handy conveniences, with an easy CBD commute via the Monash arterial.

Enveloped by majestic ceilings and textured plastering, the home flaunts a resplendent array of elegant terrazzo surfaces, leadlight features, timber highlights and open fireplaces. Boasting nine principal rooms, the extensive layout delivers essential flexibility for modern living.

A grand formal lounge room is filled with natural light through a bright bay window, entertaining guests beside a beautiful Inglenook fireplace, while an impressive dining room offers extravagant space for the largest of dinner parties. A casual living room hosts intimate gatherings beside the warmth of an open fire, providing a versatile option for home businesses as an office with independent entry.

Delivering modern amenity including a stainless-steel Smeg stove, walk-in pantry and space for casual meals, the fully appointed kitchen caters to indoor-outdoor entertaining, leading to the immense, sundrenched yard for relaxation under the shade of a central gazebo. A second kitchen offers endless future options, while a bright sunroom with external access finishes the extravagant living layout.

Two spacious bathrooms complement four commodious bedrooms, including an original terrazzo bathroom with quaint surface-mounted plumbing. Complete with a garage and external bungalow, the home’s beautifully preserved features and impressive dimensions provide immediate comfort.