5 Apsley Road, BELGRAVE

Space changes the way a home feels, and here, you notice it before you even reach the front door. A sealed circular driveway sweeps past broad ranch-style verandas, while beyond the house, around 1/3 of an acre opens into a family playground of lawn, climbing, sliding and room to roam. It is generous, relaxed and full of possibilities, with enough space for today and plenty left for whatever comes next.

Inside, the home has been extensively renovated with warmth and ease in mind. Hardwood timber floors catch the light as it moves through the open-plan living zone, while soaring cathedral ceilings and strategically placed skylights create a wonderful sense of volume. At the centre, a Nectre wood fire anchors the room and brings that unmistakable winter aroma, the kind that makes staying in feel like the better option.