Elevated on prized South Yarra Hill and moments from the Royal Botanic Gardens and Fawkner Park, Shipley Terrace is a coveted enclave of residences enjoying exclusive access to an impressive swimming pool surrounded by landscaped gardens and a north-south mod-grass tennis court. Quietly tucked away behind high walls, this elegant double storey townhouse offers sophisticated light-filled living with three outdoor zones for entertaining and relaxation. The private front courtyard leads to a beautifully considered and well-designed interior that takes advantage of abundant natural light via floor to ceiling windows. Downstairs comprises a casual dining room with impeccable adjoining kitchen featuring an ILVE six burner gas cooktop, Miele dishwasher and walk-in pantry and a step-down lounge/dining domain warmed by an open fireplace with a double set of French doors opening to the rear terrace boasting leafy vistas towards the tennis court. Accommodation upstairs is spacious and sun-drenched with two generous bedrooms; the main with built-in robes and ensuite and the second with extensive full wall of built in robes and a large balcony accompanied by the huge central bathroom with bath while a separate laundry adds convenience. Secure basement parking for two cars, an enormous storage cage, brand new carpet, block-out blinds, under-stair storage, multiple split system heating/aircon units, Rinnai gas heater and ceiling fans are just some of the exceptional attributes alongside a locale moments from Toorak Road trams, dining and shops, South Yarra Station, the Yarra River, MCG and Melbourne's sports and entertainment precinct.