5 Latrobe StreetCheltenham

Screened by an imposing hedge and introduced by manicured garden beauty, Wimmera is more than a home - it’s a legacy. Built in 1925 and constructed in solid double brick, this magnificent family residence is a timeless testament to craftsmanship, stature and enduring elegance. Step beneath the hedge and into another world, where a wide veranda overlooks the private, meticulously groomed front garden. Stained-glass double doors reveal a breathtaking entrance hall, adorned in rich timber panelling and soaring ceilings, setting a stately tone that continues throughout the home. Lavishly proportioned and exquisitely preserved, the original front rooms are a showcase of era beauty, with ornate cornices, exquisite fireplaces, sublime ceiling roses and a wide bay window capturing light and leafy aspects. The majestic lounge flows into an equally refined dining room, ideal for entertaining on a grand scale. Designed for modern family living, the expansive rear unfolds beneath lofty ceilings, where open plan living and meals is illuminated by northern light. A granite-appointed kitchen with Smeg oven, Westinghouse cooktop, Miele dishwasher, sizeable walk-in pantry and breakfast bar invites family connection, while a captivating bay window seat offers a dreamy garden outlook – a quiet retreat in the heart of the home. Glass doors extend to the north-facing garden, where a wisteria-draped pergola shelters a sunken al fresco dining terrace. This is a garden made for entertaining and everyday joy, with lush lawns, a gentle fountain, and a wide veranda - the perfect vantage point for daily rituals – all wrapped in an enchanting sense of seclusion. Tucked discreetly within this green oasis is a fully self-contained studio with a kitchenette, ensuite and split system air conditioner - perfect for guests or independent living. Back inside, the home continues its generous offering with five bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a palatial master suite with exquisite period detail, walk-in dressing room, luxurious ensuite and garden views. A second ground floor bedroom is serviced by a timeless family bathroom, while the upper level houses three further robed bedrooms and a bright central bathroom. A dedicated home office with garden outlooks is ideal for home workdays. Additional highlights include a security system throughout, zoned ducted heating and air conditioning, laundry chute, concealed European laundry, a separate creative studio, a shed, and an auto double garage with an adjoining workshop. Zoned for Beaumaris Secondary College, and just moments from Cheltenham Primary, Mentone Girls’ Secondary, Village shopping, dining and transport - with the bay also close by - Wimmera stands at its core: a true local landmark that reveres the past and stands proudly in the present. For more information about this distinguished Californian masterpiece contact Romana Altman or Louise Herterich at Buxton Sandringham.‬