5 Irvine Avenue, Mount Martha VIC 3934

Encapsulating all the romance of its 1930s heritage and set on more than 3/4 of an acre with exquisite landscaped gardens, this captivating grand manor with swimming pool, luxury self-contained cottage and separate two-room home office presents a rare lifestyle offering with a historic resonance. Constructed for three sisters of the Allen's Confectionery empire, the residence has been immaculately updated to flaunt every contemporary comfort while losing none of its charm among the open fireplaces, hardwood timber floors and leadlight windows. Spread over two storeys with bay views, both the formal and informal living rooms open via French doors to a selection of alfresco areas, while the elegant kitchen with marble counters, European appliances, Ilve oven and fully integrated refrigerator is fit for a gourmet. Outside, a covered slate alfresco patio spills down to the in-ground pool and stunning gardens, among which you'll discover a romantic one-bedroom cottage with kitchenette, marble ensuite and dual French doors to a private deck. Just a short stroll to glorious South Beach and the village, plans and permits have also been approved to subdivide the allotment in this exceptional location.

- Designed by architect Robert Hamilton in the arts and crafts style
- Built in 1933 for sisters of the Allen's Confectionery empire
- 2 stunning living areas opening to alfresco deck and patios
- Contemporary marble kitchen with quality s/steel appliances
- Enormous master suite with open fireplace, bay and coastline views
- Sunroom/artist's studio or optional 5th bedroom in main house
- 3 bathrooms, including Turkish bathroom with handmade tiles
- Self-contained luxury cottage with 4th bathroom and kitchenette
- Separate two room backyard office to run your business from home
- Covered outdoor entertaining area and in-ground swimming pool
- Split-system AC, 2 fireplaces, slab heating and ducted vacuuming
- Double garage, stone garden shed, gated drive and caravan/boat parking
- 2 x 70K rainwater tanks, veggie beds and citrus trees