2 Cowra St, Brighton

Bay St Beauty!

An exceptional showcase of quintessential Art Deco style, status and substance, this thoughtfully renovated 3 bedroom home masterfully matches period-perfect integrity with an inspired contemporary rejuvenation. So close to Bay Street rail and retail in a positively peaceful pocket, welcome to a captivating world of rich detail, genuine presence and refined luxury!

Beyond an elegant porch entry, discover formal lounge and dining rooms boasting Art Deco flourishes from grand open fireplaces to frosted glass doors and period light fittings. Each and every space offers elements of timeless surprise, engagement and distinction with two of the bedrooms revealed up front, serviced by custom-built robes, enhanced by the notable use of rich timbers. The style-driven bathroom nearby features a sumptuous bath and a Stone Italiana feature wall.

Graceful and authentic with meticulous attention-to-detail, the property spectacularly opens up to offer the relaxed comforts of a family dining area, underscored by a stainless-steel kitchen with a high-end Hafele 900mm oven and cooktop. This skylit heart of the home is immediately inviting and designed to encourage entertaining with a pair of full-sized Fisher and Paykel drawer dishwashers at your disposal. Enjoy a far-reaching family room, perfectly placed to slip away for some quiet time, and a palatial main bedroom serviced by a private ensuite.

The generous use of commercial-grade, sliding glass promotes effortless flow, attracting natural light all year round. Spill outside to a timber-topped alfresco terrace, a stunning showpiece for everyday living, dining and entertaining. Framed by low-maintenance gardens and a lush lawn, instantly shift into relaxation mode with ample space for the full suite of outdoor settings.

The list of special features is comprehensive. Take advantage of a large laundry with WC, a handy study alcove, extensive heating and cooling, alarm system, timber Venetian blinds, slate-tiled entrance, attic storage, and a remote-controlled garage with additional off-street parking. Built in 1931 and updated with an intuitive renovation, exquisite period details include ceiling roses, Tasmanian oak flooring, textured interior walls, delicate timber work throughout, towering ceilings, picture railings, open fireplaces, distinctive brickwork, and a stylised chimney.

From the serene setting so close to Melbourne’s leading schools and the beach to the considered space for easy living, this property is a cut above in style and flow. An inspection will prove to be a genuine treat!

At a glance...

* 3 large bedrooms, 2 with custom-built, period-inspired timber BIR, main with private ensuite

* Formal dining and lounge rooms, both with open fireplaces

* Entertainers’ kitchen with 900mm Hafele oven/cooktop, a pair of full-sized Fisher and Paykel drawer dishwashers, glossy splashbacks, pull-out pantry and soft-closing cabinetry

* Relaxed and roomy open-plan dining area with study alcove

* Light-filled, air-conditioned family room

* Luxurious bathroom featuring a shower over bath, mirrored cabinetry, subway tiling and a Stone Italiana feature wall

* Large laundry with WC

* Sheltered, timber-topped alfresco deck, ideal for entertaining

* Well-maintained garden and lawn with striking, suspended lighting framing the rear

* 2,000 litre water tank

* Broad, paved eastern perimeter with kitchen and citrus gardens

* Ducted heating plus panel heating and a number of split-system heating/cooling units throughout

* Additional attic storage

* Full complement of Art Deco period features

* Remote-controlled garage with rear roller-door access plus carport and driveway parking

* Close to schools, transport, shopping, parkland, restaurants, and the beach