25 Cooke Street, Abbotsford, VIC 3067

Originally auctioned in 1885 as part of Collingwood's historic Fairchild Estate, this two bedroom Victorian has been tastefully renovated to balance character and practicality, keeping its ceiling rosettes, ornate cornices and iron lacework. The floorplan includes a central bathroom, while an internal light void pulls northern sun into the middle of the house. Both bedrooms feature built-in robes. The main retains its period detail with a sealed fireplace, while the second, recently fitted with a full sized queen murphy bed and built-in bookcases, makes the perfect dual-purpose study and bedroom. Set around the light void, the combined living/dining area is full of character with bespoke built in cabinetry. At the back of the house, the separate kitchen is spacious and light-filled, featuring a farmhouse sink, open pantry shelving, new brushed brass tapware, a gas cooktop and room for an island. Sliding doors open to a newly renovated Mediterranean-inspired patio, the perfect indoor-outdoor entertaining space and a genuinely low-upkeep backyard, with an awning and a new Colorbond fence providing secure rear lane access. Ducted heating and cooling, a concealed laundry, attic storage and two parking permits offer further modern conveniences. Ideally located on the border of Richmond and Abbotsford, two tram routes and train support a quick city commute, while the new Gipps Street Bridge connects directly to the Yarra Trail, Abbotsford Convent and Collingwood Children's Farm. Situated between The Hive's Woolworths and Aldi and Victoria Gardens' IKEA, Kmart and Coles, with some of Melbourne's best Asian cuisine within walking distance as well as Bridge Road's cafes, boutiques and eateries, this is an outstanding opportunity to secure an enviable inner-city lifestyle.