See more at http://www.nelsonalexander.com.au/properties/buying/fitzroy-north-43-alfred-crescent or call Arch Staver on 0417 515 802 This landmark property, one of North Fitzroy's most significant residences, was built in 1887 and extensively renovated in the exuberant Art Nouveau style by the Bendigo dentist David Watson in 1905. On a deep ROW-access garden block overlooking the Edinburgh Gardens the house, originally known as 'Magdala', is distinguished by an extravagant facade - with Moorish tower, wide verandah and upper level balcony, rusticated masonry and bay windows - to complement a truly opulent interior. A vast entrance hall, three expansive formal reception and dining rooms and principal bedrooms display a lavish array of magnificently crafted timber screenwork and cabinetry, elaborate carton pierre ceilings and marble mantels. Among the home's exceptional features are a grand baronial staircase, intricately crafted dressing room and study, the tower reading room, a fully tiled fourth bedroom adjoining a bathroom with original fittings, and an impressive cellar. Modern improvements include a large functional kitchen/meals area, second bathroom, laundry, and hydronic heating. A wide al fresco entertaining zone opens to a swimming pool. This fine residence, owned in recent years by prominent figures in Australia's legal, business and humanitarian communities, has been a centre of Melbourne hospitality. One of its most distinguished visitors is the Dalai Lama, who stayed here during his first visit to Australia in 1982. Inspections By Private Appointments Only. This video was made by Nelson Alexander TV - Subscribe to see more Melbourne property videos or visit http://www.nelsonalexander.com.au to get your scope on everything to do with real estate in Melbourne.

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