Seven of the best properties for sale in Victoria right now
By Jacqui Hammerton and Lou Sweeney
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7 Gawith Court, Toorak
Renewal is a beautiful thing; preserving the soul of something long-standing and re-energising old bones with the vigour of the contemporary.
The trick, though, and often the trap, is finding the balance – not everything new is wonderful, not everything old is recoverable.
This is why the transformation of 7 Gawith Court, Toorak, should be seen as instructional as well beautiful. Here, that tenet of even-handedness holds true, with the result that this Victorian beauty should stand another century.
A deep return verandah, tall slate roof and lovely bay window set the classic scene, framed by a lush green garden.
Inside, decorative strapped ceilings, leadlighting and high ceilings are the deferential nod to beauty past but enduring.
The arched, bronze-framed doors and windows look like art deco’s cutting-edge, new-millennium cousin. Marble and plaster swirl and gleam across edges and surfaces. Timber accents are handsome anchors.
Amenities come in abundance, and a second, full kitchen in another wing creates the possibility of a separate apartment.
The pool pavilion has an open fire, while a limestone terrace shimmers; the “nowness” is palpable here.
Marshall White’s Marcus Chiminello oversees the expressions-of-interest campaign, which has a guide of $20 million to $22 million.
96 Bayview Road, Balnarring Beach
Charred hardwood clads the outdoor and indoor feature walls of this 2020-built beachside house, creating a seamless transition between its warm, earthy interior and its many decks in a semi-rural landscape. The architect-vendor’s design gives every room glass-door external access. “It’s a great full-time house, or for retirees or retirement transition,” the agent says. Merricks and Balnarring beaches are a few doors away.
1/50 William Street, Brighton
The aspirational Brighton buyer will find ultra-modern luxury inside this new tri-level townhouse and ultra-handy convenience at the front door. It has the street-front position in a block of three, close to Church and Bay street shops and cafes, transport and schools. Find sumptuous bedrooms (with en suites) on each level, two pristine courtyards, a triple garage and premium appliances in the showpiece kitchen.
34 Ozone Road, Barwon Heads
From the silvertop ash twin-peaked facade to the plunge-pool decking, timber is celebrated at this beachy Bellarine Peninsula property built in 2020. “It’s a lifestyle choice for a family, a holiday house or a half-time house for people to work remotely and transition to their sea change,” the agent says. Relax and entertain in dual indoor-outdoor zones and a courtyard with sauna.
7 St Leonards Place, St Kilda
The vendors considered “every iota of liveability and practicality” when they built this lift-accessed tri-level house tucked into the quiet end of a cul-de-sac. “It’s entirely private,” the agent says. “It’s sexy, sophisticated and stunning.” Charred timber cladding and honed Ceppo limestone set the mood at entry. Picture windows offer a lovely outlook to leafy Newton Court Reserve.
31 Leonard Street, Northcote
“Everyone says, ‘Aah, this is different,’ ” the agent says of this architectural abode between Yarra Bend Park and Fairfield’s excellent shopping strip. An arched breeze-block facade precedes unconventional design and plenty of pizzazz in the sunken lounge, the luxury upstairs parents’ retreat with bar, and the rear garage (with sauna) that integrates with the house. Pop through the back gate to a park and playground.
1/22 Millswyn Street, South Yarra
Pure class is stamped throughout every generous space and on every thoughtful detail at this whole-floor apartment in South Yarra’s finest precinct. “The proportions are absolutely beautiful,” the agent says. “I love the travertine terrace, which has a gas fireplace and external sliding shutters so it can be used year-round.” The open-plan living zone adjoins a cosy sitting room or study.
This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission.