Tucked away in one of St Kilda East's most tightly held cul-de-sacs, this beautifully reimagined Californian Bungalow delivers a rare combination of character, privacy & contemporary family living. Beyond its charming Californian façade lies a home that effortlessly balances period charm with modern comfort, creating a lifestyle sanctuary where living, working & entertaining come together effortlessly. A large dining room with an open fireplace flows through to the heart of the home where soaring cathedral ceilings, striking exposed hardwood beams & clerestory windows create a dramatic sense of space & light in the expansive open-plan living & dining zone.
A gas fireplace anchors the room, while seamless flow to a vast covered timber deck, with built-in bench seating, invites effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining all year round. Overlooking a lush & private established garden framed by mature greenery, it is a setting perfectly suited to long lunches, family celebrations, relaxed weekends & year-round entertaining.
The gourmet stone kitchen has been designed for busy family life, featuring premium appliances including a Belling oven & five-burner cooktop, a substantial island bench with breakfast bar, walk-in pantry & abundant storage.
Adding further flexibility, a dedicated study caters perfectly to working from home, while a studio with private external access offers exceptional flexibility as a home business, consulting space, creative studio, gym, teenage retreat or additional work-from-home environment.
Further enhanced by solar power, EV charging, network cabling throughout, ducted heating & cooling, split-system comfort, plantation shutters, secure undercover parking & additional off-street parking behind gates, this is a home that delivers both substance & style.
Set within a quiet no-through street known for its strong sense of community, the location offers a rare combination of peace, connection & convenience. Moments from Ripponlea Village's cafés & restaurants, Ripponlea Station, Elwood Beach, beautiful parklands & some of Melbourne's most sought-after schools, it is a setting that combines neighbourhood charm with exceptional lifestyle appeal.
