195 South Road, Brighton East, Vic 3187

Epitomising the timeless elegance and retro charm of its circa-1952 origins, this character-rich, Art Deco-inspired five-bedroom family home will captivate with its unique architectural features, spacious dimensions, north-facing rear aspect, classic garden swimming pool, and outstanding beachside location, just moments to Brighton Golf Club, Hampton Street shopping and leading private schools.

With side-street entry via Canberra Grove, the home is positioned on 664sqm* and is on the market for the first time in 30 years. Privately set behind high brick walls, established gardens and slate paving edge the elegant mid-century style in-ground swimming pool. The double-storey brick home’s façade is distinguished by a rounded wing with curved glass picture windows that showcase pool and garden outlooks from the lower level and opens to a balcony from the upper-level master bedroom. Inside, the curvaceously spacious main formal living and dining room is resplendent in Art Deco features including intricate cornices, decorative alcoves, and an original open fireplace. The timber-topped central kitchen has a large north-facing window that draws in an abundance of light and looks out to the lush, private, bamboo-lined rear garden, while the character-rich light-filled second living/family room has original acoustic ceilings and a ceiling fan. There is a bedroom/study on the lower level, and a bathroom, with external access doors to the pool area, as well as a powder room and under-stair storage. Upstairs are a further four bedrooms, all with built-in robes and their own character inclusions such as balcony access and corner windows.

Additional features include split system heating/cooling, central heating, evaporative cooling and a newly installed Rinnai wall heater. This unique home presents an inspiring opportunity for a grand renovation (STCA) to enhance it for contemporary liveability, while retaining its charming architectural features. 

Ideally located, this outstanding family-friendly address is within steps to both St. Leonard’s and Haileybury colleges, with fabulous cafes and boutiques of Hampton Street just moments away, and close to the wonderful leisure amenities of Dendy Park and Brighton Beach.

*approximate land size