August 28, 2026 — 7:00pmWhether it’s enjoying the weather on a sunny terrace, taking a dip in the backyard pool, or hosting an indoor dinner party with the fire lit during the cooler months, a home with both indoor and outdoor amenities has much to offer.Here are five of the best homes in Melbourne to enjoy inside and out.6 Glen Road, Toorak, VICGrand: A word that describes this Toorak property, evident in its scale, design and amenities, and established by the home’s facade.Inside, the home spans four levels, with six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a variety of living and family areas.While there is much to appreciate about this home, the basement may well be a standout, offering living and entertainment options for the whole family. Along with the substantial garaging, there is a sophisticated bar and rumpus room, a private home theatre, a fully equipped gym, and a wine cellar.Outdoors, the property features an alfresco terrace with a fully fitted barbecue kitchen, landscaped gardens and a sky-lit pavilion housing an indoor swimming pool.268 Domain Road, South Yarra, VICThis renovated Spanish Mission-style family home in South Yarra sits at the top of Domain Hill, with views over the Yarra River.It is set on around 868 square metres, with a private north-facing garden, an undercover terrace with greenery, and a pool.Inside, the home spans three levels, with expansive living and dining areas, a sitting room, a study, a kitchen and dining area, and a separate family room on the ground floor.The basement features a home theatre with a built-in bar and a wine cellar.50 St Vincent Place North, Albert Park, VICThis circa-1880 Victorian fronts Albert Park’s St Vincent Gardens. The greenery continues in the rose and magnolia front garden that welcomes you to the property, and at the rear, with north-facing landscaped gardens and a second frontage via Draper Street.The home’s interiors include 12-foot ceilings, ornate marble fireplaces, and Versailles parquet flooring.A light well connects the interiors to the outside, and bifold doors with an automatic awning open from the kitchen to a rear paved courtyard.Another highlight is the self-contained studio with independent street access, located above the garage.38 Maltravers Road, Eaglemont, VICThis Eaglemont property offers a range of features the whole family can enjoy.Outside, among landscaped greenery, there are alfresco spaces, including one with an undercover entertainment terrace, ceiling fans and integrated speakers, as well as a basketball key, putting green, outdoor shower, self-cleaning swimming pool and spa.Inside, the architecturally designed home by Michael Wozniak are Armani silk and lurex wall coverings, warm oak herringbone parquetry and Timothy Oulton lighting.Another highlight is the custom-built marine aquarium by Aquatecture in the formal dining room.34 St Georges Road, Toorak, VICLocated on St Georges Road, this family home showcases quality craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail.Set over three levels, the home includes an expansive four-car garage, a gym and a cellar.On the ground floor, there is a formal dining and sitting room, a den, and an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen zone that opens to the outdoor entertaining space.Here, you can enjoy the private landscaped gardens, open fireplace, paved courtyard and the swimming pool.More:Melbourne luxury propertyProperty investmentProperty marketProperty pricesAlbert ParkSouth YarraToorakMelbourne house pricesProperty listingsFrom our partners