One of Melbourne's most significant estates, ‘Blair House’, set within approx. 7,800sqm of botanic parklands on Toorak's premier boulevard, is on the market for the second time in its history.

The distinguished Georgian Revival residence, designed in 1936 by architects Hughes and Orme, takes pride of place at the heart of magnificent gardens that were formerly within the grounds of Victoria's first Government House, Toorak House.

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“Blair House is recognised as one of Melbourne’s most prestigious estates,” Marcus Chiminello told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND. 

“You are drawn down the long driveway and immediately feel like you are transported to a Grand English Estate.”

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With only a discreet street presence behind a high walled garden, an avenue of rare trees lines the long drive leading to the beautiful Georgian home. Many of the rare and established trees on the property date from 1849 when Toorak House was built.

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Inside, warm oak floors, timber paneling, Georgian windows and simple arches highlight the home's refined elegance. 

The generous reception hall at the centre introduces a series of formal and family rooms all enjoying their own wonderful garden outlooks. A gracious drawing room with fireplace, inviting sitting room, also with a fireplace and a stunning garden room all embrace the glorious north-facing hedged garden featuring a series of sculpted buxus hedges.

The grand formal dining room with a fireplace is served by a fabulous separate kitchen with 6 oven AGA, breakfast room and a butler's pantry. Ideal for entertaining, the reception hall also flows out to a large terrace and picturesque west-facing walled garden beneath a sprawling oak tree.

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A broad staircase leads up to the flexibly arranged family accommodation comprising three double bedrooms with ensuites and robes, four additional bedrooms, a 4th bathroom, 2 dressing rooms, a library area, retreat and a study. 

On the third level overlooking the garden through evocative dormer windows, a palatial living room/studio or bedroom is accompanied by a large dressing room and bathroom. 

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Also on the property, an atmospheric double storey converted stables provides additional 2/3-bedroom self-contained family/guest accommodation advantaged by its own private walled garden and car access from Dalriada Street.

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Providing tranquillity and privacy, the breathtaking garden surrounds are arranged as a series of separate ‘rooms’ with a north-south lawn tennis court, Victorian glasshouse, a rose garden and kitchen gardens in addition to vast lawns edged with garden borders meticulously planted for seasonal colour. 

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To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Marcus Chiminello of Marshall White Stonnington or Sonja Sendin of Marshall White Stonnington via the contact form below. 

To view the listing or for more information click here.

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