EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Showcasing an expansive, entertainer’s lifestyle that few can match. Brimming with rich textural design elements and striking classic features surrounded by an enchanting, established garden. This immaculate resort style residence is enhanced by a sparkling swimming pool, cabana and tennis court, set within a captivating 1760sqm (Approx) and positioned in Mentone’s prestigious beachside pocket.
Crafted with enduring quality by renowned architect Murray Burdett and builder Barry Lowe in 1989 - 1990, this prestige home’s grand scale and sophisticated palette of earthy tones is revealed on slate tiled entry leading to the sunken lounge presenting soaring, exposed beamed and timber clad ceilings, broad glazing and an impressive brick feature wall with an open fireplace. Step up to the formal dining where large windows welcome northern light through lush garden views.
Extensive living areas continue past the original kitchen with a double Miele wall oven and Gaggenou cooktop inviting entertaining on any scale. The family lounge and wet bar look out over the lawn to the north south facing tennis court, gas heated pool, spa and cabana where glass bi-fold doors open out for indoor/outdoor poolside gathering.
Attractive gardens resplendent with established magnolias, roses and camellias, crepe myrtle and silver birch are a feast for the eyes. Hedges of Banksia and lemon trees provide privacy and a joyful backdrop to a productive weeping mulberry and ornamental cherry.
Accommodation is ideally zoned to three separate wings. Two robed bedrooms downstairs each with an ensuite bathroom, share a toilet. Upstairs, the third bedroom with full ensuite and mirrored robes is accessed via its own staircase with the landing nook, a quiet space to sit with treed views. A mezzanine hallway connects to the study with a built-in desk and to the vast master suite with a walk-in robe, contemporary dual vanity ensuite and a large balcony. Adorned with a fragrant climbing rose, the balcony overlooks the tennis court and pool with stairs for direct access after a swim.
Encouraging a lifestyle of outdoor leisure in this prime position with the beach, bay trail and Mentone Lifesaving Club at the end of the street. Placed within walking distance to Mentone Village shops, cafe’s, restaurants and transport. Zoned for Mentone Primary, Beaumaris Secondary and Mentone Girls Secondary, you are also surrounded by an abundance of public and top private schools.
Appointments include; Video entry, comprehensive security system and proximity sensors, walk-in pantry, Miele dishwasher, ducted heating, ducted vacuum and excellent storage throughout. Upstairs bedrooms and study offer split system air-con and outside, a 3-car garage as well as a workshop, and the lush gardens are fully irrigated. Two mandarin trees, two lime trees and thirteen lemon trees are flourishing and on hand by the pool to garnish your drinks.
Ready for the next generation to take it from classic to contemporary, a lifetime of enjoyment awaits one lucky family here. What a find!
For all enquiries please contact Andrew Plousi 0411 799 023 Hodges Mentone.
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