9-11 Gladstone Avenue, Aspendale VIC 3195

Utterly unique is the only way to describe the opportunity presented by this modernist home and its 635 sqm absolute beachfront parcel. Hidden in the dunes behind Aspendale Beach, its four bedroom two bathroom proportions provide the extraordinary privilege of a relaxed coastal lifestyle surrounded by urban convenience. Originally built in the 1960’s as two holiday homes, one for iconic art philanthropists, Sunday and John Reed, the other for art dealer and restaurateur Georges and his wife, artist Mirka Mora. Together they hosted many of Australia’s finest artists for holidays and weekends. The two residences were later combined by Georges’ second wife, artist Caroline Williams and the home presents today as a comfortable move in ready family environment with a close, almost seamless connection to the nature that surrounds it. Built around a central feature courtyard encircled by decking and alfresco paving, a series of pavilion style rooms enjoy panoramic glazing that offers immersive views of the dune grasses, sands and water beyond. Following a u-shape around the courtyard, accommodation includes a large living room with gas fire and extensive storage, glass enclosed open living/dining with functional kitchen unfolding to a large entertaining deck with immediate beach access, home office, vast first floor retreat/studio providing flexibility as additional living, bedroom or work from home base, four spacious bedrooms with robes and two updated bathrooms. Other highlights include hardwood timber floors, heating, excellent built in storage, secure entry via private lane and double garage. Retain and move straight in, update, renovate, start again with a brand new home (STCA). Whichever path you choose to pursue, the opportunity to do so in such a remarkable setting is utterly unique.