7 Trafford Ave, Brighton

Elegant Edwardian with Single-Level Appeal

A character-rich combination of distinctive beauty, seamless indoor/outdoor flow, and elegant period charm, this picture-perfect 3 bedroom (plus study) Edwardian home is graced with exceptional lifestyle appeal in a true position of privilege. Enjoy a scenic walk to the Elwood beachfront via the canal and easy access to Elsternwick Primary School, North Brighton Kindergarten, Elsternwick Park, Gardenvale trains and Martin Street shopping.

Beyond a private brick fence delicately draped in ivy, discover a flexible layout with a trio of substantial bedrooms and a home office zoned to the front of the property, all warmed by ornate fireplaces. A twin-vanity bathroom boasts a freestanding Kaldewei bath and a separate walk-in shower, while a versatile third bedroom could also work well as a formal lounge room.

The property spectacularly opens up to reveal an open, light-filled layout underpinned by a showpiece fireplace and wide-reaching, designated zones for skylit living and dining. A chef-friendly kitchen showcases a high-end 900mm Ilve oven/cooktop, a stainless-steel dishwasher, and ample preparation and presentation space.

Slide open panels of bi-fold glass and the home truly comes to life on an elevated north-facing timber deck. Anchored by a majestic Norfolk Pine, enjoy the full width of the property with room for lounging and dining, complemented by brick-paved terracing, manicured hedges, and an ornamental lawn, all framed by a vine-draped rear verandah. This private and peaceful sanctuary will be used on a daily basis, and also envisions a whole world of alfresco entertaining possibilities.

In a family home bursting with personality, all of the Edwardian period features on display add value. The lavish list includes a number of ornate open fireplaces, cornice craftsmanship, elaborate ceiling artistry, a bay window, exquisite lead-lighting, a timber-posted verandah, ornamentalV-notch weatherboards, timber fretwork, and an arched hallway under towering decorative ceilings.

Additional features include a separate laundry, parquetry flooring, ducted heating, split-system heating/cooling, and the property is also well placed to extend and elevate (STCA) if so desired. Embrace a family-focused lifestyle where character is a constant and convenience is at your doorstep!

At a glance...

* 3 large and versatile bedrooms, 2 with built-in robes

* Wide-reaching, open-plan living and dining area with showpiece open fireplace

* Sunlit study or optional fourth bedroom

* Spacious kitchen with a 900mm Ilve oven/cooktop plus a stainless-steel dishwasher

* Central bathroom featuring a freestanding bath, dual vanity, and a walk-in shower

* Large skylit laundry

* North-facing rear with a broad timber deck for entertaining

* Established leafy garden with manicured hedges and front and rear brick-paved terraces

* Garden/storage sheds

* Ducted heating, split-system heating/cooling, and a kitchen ceiling fan

* Circa 1917 period features throughout

* Moments from schools, transport, parkland, shopping, cafes and the beach

* Approx. 376m2