45 Willansby Avenue, Brighton, Vic 3186

For almost 60 years and across three generations, this enchanting 1903 Edwardian has been the backdrop to one family's story, its beautiful gardens, period character and wonderfully private surroundings preserved with obvious affection. Now offered for the first time in close to six decades, the single-level home retains an unmistakable warmth and charm, creating a serene sanctuary that
feels remarkably removed from its position on the edge of Bay Street.

Behind high garden walls, a tessellated-tile entrance hall sets a warm first impression, with glass bricks, high ceilings and floor-to ceiling cabinetry providing a natural place to leave bags and coats. Original picture rails and Baltic pine floors carry the originality into the central living room, an inviting domain set around an ornate open fireplace in burnt-orange tile, with northern light filtering through the surrounding greenery and an extraordinary feeling of peace and privacy

The main bedroom has a lovely sense of arrival, with built-in robes leading into a peaceful garden facing room beneath soaring ceilings. An ornate open fireplace in turquoise adds a flash of charm and colour, while sliding doors open directly to the wisteria draped deck and leafy surrounds. Two further bedrooms, each with robes, lead to the bright bathroom, its handmade Japanese artisan tiles adding individuality alongside modern finishes. A large dining area adjoins a generous kitchen with extensive storage, stainless-steel appliances and a 900mm ILVE stove to the rear, opening to the sun-drenched pergola and rear garden, offering an impressive amount of outdoor space, beautifully established and shaded by mature trees.

Features such as ducted heating, split-system air conditioning, an external workshop, a laundry, a concrete underground wine cellar for approximately 10 dozen bottles, and a substantial 1.8m x 5.5m (approx) attic with additional roof storage add immense appeal, along with secure off-street parking for one. Outside its garden walls, Bay Street puts the best of Brighton on the doorstep, from morning coffee and dinner out to the cinema, shopping and everyday essentials, with the station making the city an easy train ride away, and the beach and elite schools all easily accessible.