85 Centre Road, Brighton East, Vic 3187

High walls and gated entry hide a rare find: a classic Californian bungalow with a designer pool in its own walled front garden. The home is single-level, beautifully presented, and comprehensively updated, including a new terracotta roof, a remodelled kitchen and two renovated bathrooms. It suits a young family or downsizers equally well, with three bedrooms (one ideal as a study), two bathrooms and a sunny north-facing rear garden.

Step through the gates into a lush, landscaped retreat. A gas-heated, self-cleaning pool is framed by sculptural agaves and a sunken lounge terrace, with garden lighting that comes on each evening. Beyond it, a brick-arched verandah welcomes you home.
Inside, the period character is undeniable. You’ll find a panelled entry hall, high decorative ceilings, leadlight windows and plantation shutters, with herringbone oak floors throughout the main rooms. The living room centres on a working wood fireplace with an energy-efficient flue. French doors lead to a north-facing dining room and a remodelled stone kitchen. It has new premium appliances, a Qasair rangehood, an InSinkErator, a breakfast bar, and an appliance garage to keep benches clear. New rear doors and screens open to the garden.

The main bedroom has a bay window, built-in and walk-in robes, and a renovated, fully tiled ensuite. The second bedroom also has built-in robes, and both enjoy outlooks over the pool garden. The third bedroom works equally well as a full-size home office. The renovated main bathroom has a spa and corner windows for a calm, leafy outlook. Both bathrooms have Reece fittings and new windows. There’s also a separate laundry.

The north-facing rear garden is made for long lunches. Auto-gated access leads to a remote-controlled carport with EV charging, which doubles as a sheltered al fresco space. Modern comforts include four split systems, intercom entry, an alarm and attic storage.

The home is close to St Finbar’s and zoned for Brighton Primary School. Hawthorn Road trams, buses and parks are a short walk away, with Church and Bay Streets and the beach within easy reach.

Type

House

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2

Parkings

1