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"Florence Court" c1888 is one of Brighton's notable Victorian homesteads, transformed by an exceptional designer renovation that honours its grand period origins while introducing an extraordinary standard of contemporary family living. Once home to seven-time Brighton mayor Thomas Wilson, the landmark residence occupies established north-facing grounds, with mature Paul Bangay-conceived gardens surrounding a north-south tennis court, heated pool and spa on 1661sqm*. Entirely single-level above basement garaging for up to eight vehicles accessed via a second frontage on Carpenter Street, it is a residence of remarkable architectural distinction and amenity in one of the suburbs most desirable pockets.
Palatial proportions and magnificent period beauty continue from the landmark tessellated return verandah into an interior distinguished by soaring ceilings, elaborate decorative cornices, original marble fireplaces and a succession of grandly proportioned rooms. Formal living and dining rooms preserve the grandeur, overlooking the manicured front gardens through tall north-facing windows, whilst the modern extension introduces a light-filled living area and open-plan kitchen and meals domain that continues out to a bluestone-paved terrace beside the pool, sheltered by a rain-sensor louvred roof. The substantial kitchen is finished in Italian Calacatta marble and appointed with a comprehensive suite of integrated Miele appliances, including integrated refrigeration, whilst the adjoining billiards room offers direct tennis court access and a fitted wet bar, with a cedar-lined cellar providing dedicated wine storage below.
Five generous bedrooms reflect the scale of the original architecture, led by a luxurious bay-window main suite with a marble fireplace and extensive robes, accompanied by an ensuite with Venetian plaster finishes and underfloor heating. Further accommodation includes an additional ensuite bedroom, plus a striking central bathroom. A pool-facing study with an Italian marble desk for two, laundry with drying room, hydronic heating, ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning, electric blinds, intercom, alarm, CCTV and ample storage complete this peerless family estate, walking distance from the beach, Brighton Primary School, Firbank, Brighton Grammar, Bay and Church Street shopping, cafés and train stations.
*approximate land size
