113 Brighton Terrace

Brighton QLD 4017

Positioned beautifully on one of the higher points of Brighton Terrace, this majestic home is perfectly located to capture sweeping bay views and embrace endless sea breezes. Set across three levels and strategically placed on this 440m2 block, the property enjoys uninterrupted views and complete privacy. From the stacked, natural stone feature wall to the five-metre wide, open frame balcony entrance, this property has it all. Celebrating contemporary styling and modern conveniences, this property still manages to simultaneously encapsulate the charm of your quintessential bayside home. - 4 bedrooms, master with ensuite and each with built-in robes.- 2 full bathrooms and 3 toilets across 3 levels - formal and casual living areas plus additional sunroom and office nook- generous Caesar-stone kitchen and island bench with double sink- seamless indoor/outdoor flow for maximised living/entertaining space- oversized, covered entertainers' deck, perfect for year-round enjoyment along with a second, massive entertaining deck- dual street frontages and double garage- heated inground poolThis property offers multiple indoor/outdoor spaces starting with the enclosed courtyard at the front of the home. This secure space is tucked privately behind a rendered brick wall that reduces external noise and affords multiple purposes. And that is a theme that is constantly repeated through this home - versatility and function.At the Brighton Terrace entrance, you have a single lock-up garage (internal access) and security gate providing peace of mind with whichever entrance you choose. Once you enter the home you will be struck by the grandiosity of its incredibly wide hallway and vaulted ceilings. Beautiful, polished timber flooring stretches down the hallway past bedrooms three four, with both bedrooms having fans and built-in robes. Bedroom four is currently set-up as an office as it offers wonderful natural light. Moving along the hallway to the middle of this level, you have the very modern main bathroom with its stand-alone bathtub and separate shower. A separate toilet is located across from the bathroom. Following this you have a towering timber staircase that spires both up and down from this level. With sleek wire balustrades and incredibly large windows the staircase is a light, bright feature of the home. Continuing through on this level you enter the living space. This magnificent, open space (approximately 7.5 metres x 6.5 metres) is the hub of the home. Encompassing a modern kitchen with its 5 burner DeLonghi oven, dishwasher and stone benchtops, this room is a delight. Soft close drawers and an extra-large fridge alcove speak volumes for the care and attention to detail that has taken place here. A four-berth breakfast bar with twin sinks delineates the kitchen from the living space but still leaves you with an expansive and versatile expanse. This living area can be configured in a multitude of ways. A north facing bay window is the only neighbourly glimpse possible here but custom-made plantation shutters offer privacy.The piece de resistance is the brilliant balcony opening with full length stacker doors leading to a wonderfully private setting overlooking the pool. The mature bamboo and accompanying Frangipani gently filter the breeze and provide an oasis of greenery. You will be spending so much of your day out here that the rest of the house is just a bonus really. This balcony also has retractable blinds for sun protection or for use in inclement weather.Heading back inside and upstairs you enter a beautiful, bright level of the home that houses the main and second bedrooms. Atop the stairs you are met with virtually 180 degrees of glass, providing unsurpassed bay views, yet still remarkably private. This design and layout tips its hat to the nautical touches of small glass louvres for versatility and practicality. Control of the natural air flow year-round is at your fingertips. With the master suite set back from these amazing windows, you have a delightful, airy sunroom space throughout, that makes you feel as though you are on top of the world. Double sliding doors separate the sunroom from the master with its walk-in robe and ensuite with dual vanity and louvred windows. Plantation shutters offer privacy and should you ever need it, the master also has air-conditioning and a ceiling fan. At the other end of the sunroom, behind the stairwell, you have a neat study nook and lockable storage room. The second bedroom is also here, with a fan, built in robes and air-conditioning. Descending the stairs to the lower level you enter a large, tiled space that offers a second, L-shaped living/family/entertainment area. It is a quiet spot down here, tucked away from the rest of the home and has another large timber deck (9 metres x 8 metres approx.) with shade sails, solid steel piers, timber rails and wire deck balustrades. Internally, along with this family room you have a full laundry with ample storage and a third toilet.Externally, in either direction around the house you have side stairs heading up to the rear of the single garage or, on the other side, stairs to the private front courtyard. Moving down the block from this lower deck, you have a flight of timber stairs taking you down to the heated pool, lawn and double garage accessible via Dickson Street. With a strategic floor-plan ideal for the growing family, formal and casual living areas are cleverly spanned out across the home allowing for gentle household separation. The top level of the property with its incredible glazing and magnificent views really take this home to the next level. This light, bright and airy space has a sense of grandeur and elevates the master suite beyond being just a place to rest your head. A genuine gourmet kitchen, complete with Caesar-stone bench tops, quality cabinetry, breakfast bar/island bench, five-burner gas cooktop, dishwasher and loads of cupboard space, the kitchen forms part of the broader living space that is the central 'hub' of the home.With a classic combination of style and practicality the list of value-adding features this family-focused home boasts is as impressive as it lengthy:- wide hallway and soaring high entrance ceilings- attractive timber internal stairwell - oversized glass providing additional natural light- brilliant, openly flowing balcony space- unobstructed bay views- louvred windows and protective dressings- classy timber flooring - seemingly endless breezes through the home on all levels- double lock-up garage plus a single lock-up garage- internal access to/from single garage- minimal garden maintenance required, established trees inc. a charming frangipani- elevated and breezy 440m2 allotment, fully fenced- 10,000 litre water tank - vacuum maidVersatile and modern, this bayside property presents a lifestyle that will be the envy of all who visit. The indoor/outdoor flow of this wonderful home offers extended living spaces for both rest and recreation, with the 67sqm deck being covered for year-around enjoyment. Alfresco dining is sure to become a way of life in this area as key design elements ensure privacy yet embrace the soothing bay breezes. This enviable outdoor setting is sure to play host to a variety of cocktail parties with friends and classic weekend BBQ's with family. Location and aspect are key features. You are situated high on Brighton Terrace, offering both amazing views and incredible privacy, with the added bonus of convenience to local attractions and amenities. Dual street frontages ensure maximum use of the block with a double garage and inground pool accessible via Dickson Street.- 250 metres to vibrant waterfront where festivals and kite-surfers are aplenty- 1.5 kms to Sandgate Village CBD with its eclectic array of shopping and dining options- 1.5-2 kms to reputable primary schools and child-care centres - 3.5 kms to prestigious St Patricks Boys College- 3.5 kms to iconic Shorncliffe Pier- 300mtrs to expansive family-friendly parkland and community supported sportsground- 2 kms to Sandgate train station, 30mins to Brisbane CBD- 18 kms to Brisbane's domestic internal airport (all distances approximate only)The Brighton waterfront is a mere 5 minutes' walk away where colourful kite surfers, delicious fish'n'hip cafes and vibrant foreshore festivals are aplenty. For those working in the CBD a mere 30 minute train ride home would have you living just a stone's throw from the sparkling bay waters, marina and Shorncliffe Golf Course. All the while, easy access to the motorway ensures weekend escapes to the north/south coasts are hassle-free.The astute purchaser will appreciate the exceptional value on offer here. Homes in this neighbourhood are considered some of the most prestigious in the district, whilst others nearby are currently undergoing significant upgrades, indicating strong value being injected into the immediate area. As a suburb, Brighton boasts positive and significant annual capital growth for the last 4 consecutive years; throughout 2020 it has topped the media charts as a hot spot. Official statistics confirm that the northern bayside property market is one of the strongest in Queensland at present ... you can invest in your future here with absolute confidence.