Designed by the prolific Scottish, Geelong and Western District architects Davidson & Henderson and constructed in 1870-71, Belleville is of historical significance to the State of Victoria and is positioned in an outstanding location close to the Central Business District, waterfront and medical precincts. The stately Gothic Style Villa combines dichromatic brickwork with an innovatively designed and detailed interior to produce a masterpiece of this era. The residence boasts many character features including the iron balustrade staircase, decorative plasterwork, full height bay windows and ornamental carvings in Waurn Ponds freestone. A grand hallway is an inviting entry to the home that offers both formal and relaxed family living of the highest standard. A formal living room, dining room and office flank the hallway with a second study/library room leading to the showpiece billiard room. A set of stairs then lead down to underground wine cellar. The remainder of the ground floor comprises a modernised kitchen/meals area and laundry, separate more modern laundry and two maid rooms and original bathroom. Upstairs are four bedrooms the main with two-way access to a central bathroom, plus an additional modern shower room and toilet. A large private courtyard leads to the expansive stately grounds which incorporate vegetable gardens and fruit trees which are adjacent to the original stables that are now used as garaging for three cars and additional storage. The 1860m2 approximate allotment boasts three street frontages encapsulating the grand nature of this distinctive and historical residence. Agent In Conjunction: Robert Creece Real Estate, Peter Bell 0438 110759. Features Lock Up Garage
Lot/Plan No: 1/TP943859