8 Albert Street, Williamstown, Vic 3016

Substantially extended and comprehensively renovated by renowned Grand Designs Australia builder, Portside Building, this stunning home brings classical beauty and current day brilliance together with spectacular success. The original charm of the façade and the integrity of period details including leadlight windows create a first impression defined by irresistible elegance. Equally, the modern dimensions convey signature excellence and a clear commitment to quality.

Natural light from the north-facing rear aspect fills a living and dining domain of significant size, where dual Velux sky-lights with remote control blinds provide additional brightness and polished floorboards provide a beautiful accompaniment beneath high ceilings. A period style gas fireplace contributes to the character of this outstanding space, complemented by the stone benches, stainless steel appliances and designer storage of the open-plan kitchen.

Four bedrooms and two bathrooms are intelligently configured so that upstairs and downstairs levels each offer luxurious accommodation. A main bedroom with its own gas fire-place, a charming second bedroom and a main bathroom featuring a clawfoot bath, timber vanity and bespoke tiles distinguish the downstairs spaces while above, an inviting retreat and the second bathroom complement the light-filled additional bedrooms.

Ducted gas heating and refrigerated air conditioning ensures constant comfort in a home that's further enhanced by an instantaneous gas hot water system, Luxaflex blinds and wooden plantation shutters throughout. A sunny alfresco retreat provides the perfect conclusion to a coveted address close to The Strand, the water and Douglas Parade.