Timeless, classic beauty
Proving that the words character and contemporary aren’t mutually exclusive when it comes to property is this classical 1930s Mt Pleasant home which has been totally reimagined for modern living.
Set in the exclusive elevated semi-circle of ‘‘The Brae’’ and overlooking a private stone-walled park and the estuary, this exceptional home retains the classical lines that made it such an attractive proposition from the day it was built in 1938.
Thanks to that original skilled builder, quality materials and the
inspired recent re-design and execution, there is a real flexibility of living on offer here, with a total of four bedrooms, three bathrooms and two living areas across two levels.
These beautifully finished spaces are contained within an equally beautiful setting, from the private walled courtyard entrance to the raised gardens, decks and secluded rear patio and grounds that include a magnificent magnolia tree.
Detailing is everything here, in a home gently washed with all-day sun and light.
The combination of whitewashed American Oak flooring, thick charcoal-coloured carpeting and Italian ceramic tiling is a classic one, promising timeless and enduring beauty.
It’s the perfect offset for the largely white colour palette throughout which amplifies the light and space throughout the home.
The designer kitchen with its pewter-coloured cabinetry, some with opaque glass fronts, and Miele appliances is designed to please aesthetically and perform practically, making it a joy to behold.
The food-preparation spaces, breakfast bar area and the contemporary tiling for the splashback is typical of the attention to detail and style this home offers.
A north-facing aspect, large expanses of floor-to-ceiling glass and electric and wood-fire heating result in a home full of light and warmth year round.
Those same large windows give picture postcard views across the estuary from most of the rooms in the house.
With the dining and living areas designed to take full advantage of the site your entertaining and family areas increase their already generous spaces several-fold in the warmer months.
Three of the four double bedrooms have estuary views, with the fourth having a serene garden outlook.
The main bedroom enjoys allday sun and comes complete with its own beautifully designed ensuite, a bevelled-edge mirror echoing the original glass panelling in the front door, and a walk-in-wardrobe.
Stairs leading down from the second living area lead to the further two bedrooms with a similarly well-appointed tiled bathroom and a laundry.
This has been designed to be an entirely separate retreat, with the bedrooms opening to a private deck with estuary views.
It’s ideal for extended family, overnight guests or as a large and luxurious office suite for those lucky enough to work from home in this seaside location.
Detailing, quality fittings and all possible comforts have been included here, providing a home
that sets a high bar in design and execution.
Its position adds considerably to its desirability, too.
‘‘The Brae’’ is set off the main road while still offering swift access to the popular villages of Redcliffs and Sumner and all the boutique and specialist shops they have to offer, along with numerous cafes, restaurants and services, and the city is just a quick 20-minute commute away.
This is a home for all seasons, coming with a built-in lifestyle and endless recreational opportunities from kayaking and wind-surfing to cycling and running along the water’s edge.
Had the owner not be taking up an offer to work in the north, he would be following the example of his neighbours and holding tight to this particular piece of seaside paradise.