Seconds from the idyllic foreshore on one of Brighton's finest streets, this extraordinary residence with a pool, tennis court, and bay-viewing roof terrace represents family splendour at its most inspired.
A secure hideaway from the outside world, remarkable indoor and outdoor domains seamlessly entwine, with a clever design maximising natural light and capturing unforgettable views. An ultra-wide hallway sets a tone of airy grandeur continued throughout, introducing formal dining and living/office spaces and a tranquil garden courtyard en route to focal areas. Soaking in all-day rays from an open northern side, a broad family/meals area with a marble-encased gas fire flanks a kitchen tailor-made for the passionate cook, with masses of stone bench space accompanied by two ovens, a steam oven, fitted coffee machine, integrated double fridge/freezer, and dishwasher by Miele.
Reached with effortless flow, a north-side alfresco and delightfully private backyard prove exceptional for Sunday barbecues alongside family, while solar heating brings year-round usability to a centrepiece lap pool. A floodlit tennis court showcases the sheer expanse of the 1214sqm (approx.) parcel; a full view of which is displayed on a brilliant basement level where a top-of-the-range sauna is joined by a pool-serving shower, gym area, open recreation suite, and wine cellar capably housing the most impressive of collections.
Comfortably catering for multi-generational living, parquetry-lined guest and third bedrooms, robe-enhanced fourth and fifth bedrooms, and two chic central bathrooms all feature on a light-filled third level. A magnificent main bedroom occupies its own wing, featuring everything from a secure dressing room to an extra walk-in robe, lavish ensuite with a soaker bath and twin basins, and window-side lounge framing water vistas. The roof terrace's Port Phillip Bay backdrop enlivens each and every occasion be it a morning with a coffee in-hand or evening cocktail with friends, while other highlights include a retreat, oak floors, abundant storage, CCTV, an alarm, video intercom, double laundry, added powder room, two-car garage, and electric-gated parking for an extra car.
A single block from the famous bathing boxes, it's just moments to elite private schools, Sandbelt golf courses, city trains, the Baths and Yacht Club, and iconic Church, Bay, and Hampton Street lifestyle hubs.
Sold by Jia Teresa Wizel - Kay and Burton