Melbourne homes offering nature-focused living

A selection of five residential properties in Melbourne showcase extensive natural settings and garden-oriented designs. The landmark Independent Hall at 182 Fitzroy Street, Fitzroy, features a courtyard of mature vines, stonework and a built‑in barbecue, with floor‑to‑ceiling folding glass doors that blend indoor and outdoor spaces. In Toorak, 42 Verdant Avenue offers a quiet street setting surrounded by landscaped gardens, a vine‑draped pergola, and a double‑sided fireplace, with interiors designed by interior architect Sophie Davies. The Lower Plenty estate at 50 Rosehill Road spans more than a hectare, includes an ornamental lake crossed by a wooden bridge, a free‑form pool, and a spa bath overlooking private gardens. Northcote’s 16 Knowles Street sits near Merri Creek trails, providing a sunny, private backyard with fruit trees, a workshop and a self‑contained studio. Finally, 6 Anderson Street in South Melbourne presents a renovated period home with modern amenities and a spacious alfresco area. Each property emphasizes large windows, glass sliders, and outdoor living areas that connect directly to the surrounding greenery, highlighting the benefits of nature‑adjacent living for health and wellbeing.