There’s something about Bayside that stirs a sense of warmth and quiet nostalgia — a feeling that life moves a little slower, that light lingers longer, and that home is truly a retreat. This c1968 residence designed by renowned architect Lewis Coote captures that sentiment with effortless authenticity. A remarkable example of park-side modernism, it stands as a refined architectural statement, just 200 metres from the shoreline.
Set on approximately 925sqm and embraced by a north-west facing poolside sanctuary, the single-level four-bedroom design unfolds with an ease that feels both expansive and intimate. True to modernist ideals, walls of floor-to-ceiling glass dissolve the boundary between indoors and out, allowing natural light to saturate every corner while framing lush garden outlooks. Securely tucked beyond a high-fenced entry, the home reveals itself gradually — private, peaceful and instantly inviting.
Brilliant northern light washes across the interiors, drawing you toward a wisteria-draped alfresco terrace that connects seamlessly to a sunken lounge and the open-plan family and meals domain. Each space flows intuitively into the next, designed to encourage both relaxed day-to-day living and effortless entertaining. Custom built-in joinery conceals a sophisticated cocktail bar, while the renovated kitchen forms a striking centrepiece beneath soaring skylights. Appointed with premium Siemens appliances, it balances architectural purity with contemporary functionality.
Oversized sliding doors retract to create a true indoor-outdoor experience, extending dining and entertaining onto a crazy-paved patio surrounded by established coastal banksia and tropical palms. Here, the landscaped grounds create a private oasis of sun-filled tranquillity beside the in-ground pool — a setting equally suited to summer gatherings or quiet afternoons at home.
The accommodation is thoughtfully zoned for family harmony. The main bedroom enjoys beautiful morning light through glass walls overlooking a vibrant rose garden, complemented by a sleek contemporary ensuite with underfloor heating and extensive built-in robes. To the rear, a peaceful wing houses three additional robed bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom, providing separation and comfort. A versatile fifth bedroom, professional home office or retreat extends from the sunken lounge, complete with independent access and its own connection to a private patio — ideal for working from home or welcoming guests.
While rich in mid-century character and minimalist integrity, the home also delivers turnkey ease for modern family life. Split-system heating and cooling, solar power, garden irrigation and an oversized automated double garage with exposed aggregate driveway ensure comfort and practicality without compromising the architectural vision.
Positioned on the edge of Donald Macdonald Reserve and moments from the bay, it also enjoys enviable proximity to The Concourse, Black Rock Village and zoning for Beaumaris Secondary College, Beaumaris Primary School and Mentone Girls Secondary School. In addition to be along the bus line for many excellent private schools. The village shopping, dining and transport, placing lifestyle, convenience and long-term appeal firmly within reach.. Held and cherished for 45 years, this is a rare opportunity to secure an enduring piece of Bayside design history — ready to be loved, enjoyed and made your own for generations to come.
