Memories of the early Australian coastal lifestyle are everywhere in this charming three bedroom cottage set amongst Moonahs located in one of Blairgowrie's most renowned oceanside locations.
Features such as hardwood flooring throughout, combustion heater, split system heating and cooling, sewer connection, bore water and a later addition of a timber shed with a skillion roof add to the property's charm.
Spray Point Road has preserved its sense of natural beauty being a favoured access to the breathtaking Coastal walking trail along the rugged southern coastline. The unsealed road reveals original seaside homes combined with contemporary architecture set quietly in tiny courts tucked into coastal dunes along Spray Point to Koonya and Montfort's Beach.
The home has marvellous northerly orientation paying homage to thermal energy and was inspired by the well renowned architect Robyn Boyd who, with his business partner at the time, made available eight floorplans which could be purchased for four dollars giving inspiration to many of the bungalows that were constructed in this period.
The Small Homes Service began in Victoria in 1947 with the support of the Royal Institute of Architects and expanded to New South Wales in 1953.
Its first director was Robin Boyd, who along with Harry Seidler was an early champion of architectural modernism.
"In the Small Homes Service, he saw an opportunity to integrate modern design with affordable housing and materials and … hopefully stop what he called the great Australian ugliness [of] cheap houses," Mr Jones said.
The designs feature combined living and dining rooms, no entrance halls, and large glass windows and terraces to let in light and to link indoor and outdoor spaces.
A brochure entitled Homes For Every Taste, on display in the NLA's Treasures Gallery, contains eight designs, including the Butterfly and Suntrap houses.
This home is enchanting and beautifully located, just a short walk to Koonya General Store and the coastal life that families have enjoyed will be relished for generations to come.
