12 Aviary Grove, Thornbury

Few inner-suburban homes offer a balance of nature and modernity, privacy and accessibility, as exceptional as this two-bedroom Thornbury townhouse.

Lofty cathedral ceilings, so many windows and a generous alfresco balcony with lush tree-top views and sunny skies – a stunning framework to a vast open-plan kitchen, dining and living area – are what make this home and its reverse-living design a breath of fresh air.

The contemporary kitchen, with its stone benchtops and stainless steel appliances on the fringes of the living domain, will sufficiently equip both beginner cooks and those with culinary chops, while a cosy study nook and powder room, just off to the side, offer a touch more privacy within the open-plan space. The fluidity of the living spaces is the hero of this home – here, transitioning from entertaining to the coveted hygge requires minimal effort.

On the ground floor you’ll find the two bedrooms – perfectly positioned for flopping into immediate comfort after work – each with built-in robes and carpeted floors, and serviced by a gleaming bathroom with shower, toilet and decadent bathtub, as well as a laundry and remote-control single-car garage with internal entry that both offer courtyard access. Ducted heating is the final cherry on top.

Beyond the home’s interiors, the gateway to the Darebin Creek Trail’s vibrant walking and cycling trails resides on your doorstep. Barista-made coffee and local buses are a leisurely stroll away on Station Street, while a little further afield cafes, restaurants and shops can be found in Fairfield Village and Northland Shopping Centre is a cool 10-minute drive, as is Thornbury Train Station.

If you’re looking for a townhouse that ticks all the boxes, this is it.