Just one block from the beach, this extraordinary renovated five-bedroom solid-brick Edwardian residence delivers a rare combination of grand period architecture, refined contemporary luxury and resort-style outdoor living, set upon a substantial 654sqm (approx.) corner allotment in one of Melbourne's most tightly held bayside locations.
Privately positioned behind remote-controlled gates and surrounded by beautifully landscaped, north-facing gardens, the residence immediately establishes an exceptional sense of space, privacy and permanence. An aqua-therapy mineral spa and plunge pool, secure off-street parking and eligibility for additional resident parking permits further enhance an enviable lifestyle setting, moments from the village culture of Armstrong Street, Ashworth Street Reserve, light rail, Middle Park Primary, leading private schools, within the prized Albert Park College zone and Albert Park Lake.
Inside, the home's distinguished Edwardian origins are celebrated through pressed-tin ceilings, exquisite Art Nouveau leadlight windows and a gracious central hallway, while every modern comfort has been introduced with an unwavering commitment to quality.
Three generously proportioned ground-floor bedrooms are accompanied by two beautifully appointed bathrooms, including a private guest suite with ensuite, an ideal arrangement for multigenerational living, teenagers or extended guests. Luxurious detailing throughout includes Gessi and Zucchetti tapware, Caesarstone surfaces and Victoria + Albert and Villeroy & Boch bathroom fixtures.
At the centre of the home, soaring 3.8-metre ceilings crown an exceptional open-plan living and dining domain, where expansive full-height glazing draws northern light deep into the interiors and creates a seamless dialogue between the home and its gardens. Rich peppercorn floorboards and a Heat & Glo gas fireplace introduce warmth and sophistication, creating an inviting backdrop for both intimate evenings and grand-scale entertaining.
The kitchen is a statement in both design and functionality, appointed with engineered stone benchtops and an exceptional suite of Miele appliances, including three dishwashers, two self-cleaning ovens and an induction cooktop. Integrated Liebherr refrigeration, a Waste Master and fully equipped scullery complete a kitchen designed without compromise.
Beyond the living spaces, the north-facing gardens unfold as a private resort-like sanctuary. At their centre, a 4 x 3-metre aqua-therapy mineral spa and plunge pool can reach 40 degrees in approximately two hours, creating an indulgent retreat for every season. Automated irrigation, a 2,500-litre rainwater tank, bespoke metal sculptures, concealed lockable garden shed and extra-large weatherproof storage provide both beauty and practicality.
Upstairs, the sense of luxury continues with a sophisticated city-view bar and kitchenette leading to an entirely private main bedroom retreat. A lavish ensuite, walk-in robe and separate sitting area culminate in an expansive terrace commanding panoramic views across the Melbourne skyline, an exceptional private vantage point for morning coffee or evening entertaining.
A fifth bedroom or executive home office and an additional bathroom provide further flexibility, while designer lighting, electric blinds, reverse-cycle heating and cooling throughout, double glazing, comprehensive security cameras, extensive storage and a generous laundry complete the considered specification.
A rare expression of Edwardian elegance reimagined for contemporary family life, this remarkable residence offers grand proportions, uncompromising finishes and an extraordinary bayside lifestyle, all within moments of the beach.
