Last Listing description (August 2018)
There are some properties that exude style and an understated sense of luxury and this Hamptons inspired coastal home is a premier example. A builder's own property and the third custom design by this creative family, there are a host of signature features that create the all-important 'Wow' factor.
Long on the block and much larger than it appears from the street, the home's horizontal grey panelling gives it that relaxed and inviting beach house character, while the feature sandstone pillars and timber fence of the front garden add to the warmth (and of course, the privacy). A long pebblecrete driveway splays out at the rear to accommodate the caravan or boat, while the attic above the double garage and workshop area provides a sizeable storage room, accessed via a drop-down ladder.
Those with home-based businesses will love the fact there's a separate entry at the front of the house directly into this zone, which is air conditioned and has a powder room nearby. Ideal for keeping work and home life separated, there's no need for clients to access other rooms of the home. Light-filled and complete with a sink and bench, this could also be the ideal room for artists to call their own.
A beautiful timber turquoise door makes a statement at the main entry, opening into a large and light-filled family living room, complete with toasty electric fireplace. (Yes, no wood and no mess, just warmth!) Wide, commercial-grade oak-look vinyl laminate boards are a feature throughout the living and traffic areas of the home - stylish and soft underfoot, they're also easy care and can be individually replaced if required.
This open plan room continues into the big galley kitchen, with marble-look Essastone and striking tiled splashback. Carefully planned to create a French provincial/Cape Cod look, the kitchen offers the best of modern styling and appliances with the character and scale of a bygone era. The 900mm stainless steel cooker has a gas cook top and big electric oven and there's a huge space currently home to a French-style double door fridge which has been plumbed in.
The adjoining walk through pantry is so generous it also serves as a utility area for appliances and it connects with a private hallway leading to the fourth bedroom, family bathroom, powder room and laundry, ideal when the kids are coming in after school with sports shoes and lunch boxes!
Back to the stunning kitchen and dining area with L-shaped in-built seating banque which creates an inviting space for dining and entertaining. A wall of bifold doors leads to the undercover alfresco zone, a timber decked area which is walled on one side for privacy and to keep out the weather, while caf blinds retain warmth when desired.
This area, along with the home office/professional room at the front, kitchen, dining and pool have zoned satellite speakers that are driven by a Bluetooth amplified wall plate located in the study nook and home office. Yes, you can dance alfresco to your favourite playlists or Spotify while entertaining and there's even a TV point out on the deck also!
This indoor/outdoor area enjoys beautiful views of the in-ground saltwater lap pool, with the piece de resistance a wide blade 'waterfall' feature which looks and sounds amazing.
Back inside and a walkway leads past the in-built study nook, which is ideal as a homework zone for the kids but can be completely concealed behind doors if desired.
From here you'll find three of the four bedrooms, including the master suite, along with a separate media room ideal for when the kids have friends over to watch movies or play card games (or the X Box).
All four bedrooms are spacious and three offer both hanging and shelving space in the generous built-in-robes, but as you may expect the master zone really is a stunner. With views out to the lap pool from bed (luxury plus!) the room flows through to the ensuite, complete with a Moroccan pattern feature wall tile in a lovely mocha hue. The ensuite has a vanity area, ideal as a make-up zone, a separate toilet, shower and even a linen press! Walk beyond this area into a his and hers walk-in-robe, purpose built with a mixture of drawers and hanging space, there's a spot for everything.
Not to be outdone, the family bathroom has a stunning sense of style, with a timber-look panelled vanity and a choice of shower rose and hand-held shower as well as a deep bath. Tile choices throughout this surprisingly large home have been well researched and carefully considered, this is custom design showcased at its best.
Outside the property has been just as well planned. There is an L-shaped lawn area at the front (ideal for pets) and the yard at the rear has a custom built climbing fort any child would be proud to call their own, along with a clothesline that's hidden away from the entertaining area. This space also has a 5000 litre rainwater tank. It's an area easily accessed from a door in the garage.
With the quality finish you'd expect from a builder's own home, a range of complementing features with the wow factor and a nod to the best of Hamptons inspired styling, this coastal home is sure to be one of Moonee Beach's finest. Completed in 2015 this home has the bonus of established gardens but presents as-new.
Walk across to the Moonee Marketplace and dine at Sugarmill Restaurant & Bar or watch a band at Moonee Beach Tavern, access to the estuary is a street away or walk or drive down to the parkland for a barbecue near the water. Both the home and lifestyle are enviable at this location, be quick!
*Completed in 2015.
*Solar Hot Water.
*Saltwater inground pool with feature 'waterfall' blade.
*L-shaped workshop area at the rear of the garage plus attic storage.
*Surround sound wiring in lounge and media rooms. Rear speakers in lounge ceiling.
*Gas bayonet points in barbecue area and behind electric fireplace.
*Sandstone feature pillars in front garden
*Separate office/pr