7 Blairgowrie Avenue, Blairgowrie, Vic 3942

Perched high on the hill in one of Blairgowrie’s most coveted positions, this architecturally rich, fully renovated c1952 mid-century beach retreat commands breathtaking panoramic views sweeping across the Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, Arthur’s Seat, Mount Martha, Mount Eliza, Mud Island and all the way to the golden sands of Sorrento. A true sanctuary of light, space and sea, this four-bedroom, three-bathroom plus powder room residence effortlessly blends timeless coastal charm with every modern luxury. Purposefully zoned for versatility, it’s the perfect home for hosting extended family, entertaining guests, or simply escaping to your private peninsula hideaway.

At the heart of the property, a majestic sculptural cypress rises amidst native gardens, while every room captures cinematic bay vistas whether you're watching the yacht races from the upper balcony, enjoying a champagne moment in the heated swim spa, or lounging beside the sun-drenched pool deck. Designed with solar passive principles, the home invites natural sea breezes through bespoke louvre windows, enhancing the rich warmth of Tasmanian Oak floors and spectacular bi-fold picture windows. The lower level is a serene guest zone featuring two generous bedrooms with built-in robes, a coastal-inspired bathroom, a galley-style laundry with separate toilet, and a relaxed living space flowing seamlessly onto the spa deck.

The central entertaining level is a statement in indoor-outdoor brilliance. Encased in glass with soaring raked-beam ceilings, this area hosts a stunning open limestone fireplace, expansive living and dining spaces, a gourmet chef’s kitchen with Bora induction/exhaust system, SMEG appliances, walk-in pantry and bi-fold servery windows that open to a deck bar. Multiple alfresco zones include a BBQ terrace with panoramic bay views and a tranquil rear deck with pontoon steps to the self-contained guest house complete with its own sweeping views and full amenities.

The top-level primary suite is the ultimate private retreat, where you’ll wake up to the skyline of Melbourne across the water. With its wall of robes, elegant ensuite and ever-changing views, this level is pure bliss for couples seeking luxury and serenity. Transformed with luxury fittings, this beachside sanctuary has solar panels, ceiling fans, air conditioning panel heating, security, CCTV, a Hills Home Hub, fabulous storage, automated blinds, garden lighting, sprinkler system, a hidden garden shed with vegie garden, herbs, citrus and a long sweeping driveway with parking for 4 including Telsa charging station. Whisper quiet in this ti-tree lined street, metres to the foreshore, Yacht club, dog beach and minutes to Blairgowrie Village. A side note, this idyllic oasis was the place Ava Gardner stayed while filming ‘On The Beach’ in the 1960s.