7 Orchard St, Brighton VIC 3186

A truly functional modern masterpiece of timeless beauty, relaxed privacy and natural opulence, this exceptional 5 bedroom (plus a study on each level) family home spectacularly unfolds with impeccable poise and flawless consistency. Every sunlit space offers elements of surprise and detail in a position of pure privilege. Beyond a leafy native garden entry set well back from the street, branch off to a work-ready home office and a light-filled formal dining and sitting area, highlighted by soaring ceilings and breathtaking banks of double-height glass. Captivating, gallery-inspired open-plan living and dining is infused with natural timbers, underpinned by a high-end, integrated kitchen featuring an imposing island bench. A wonderful wall of sliding glass extends the luxury living outdoors to an under-the-roofline alfresco deck and a solar-heated showpiece pool. Framed by low-upkeep native gardens in the northern light, entertaining will become second nature with a poolside terrace, additional deck and plenty of bench seating at your disposal. Impressive family proportions flow upstairs with all 5 robed bedrooms, a family-sized bathroom, and a versatile home office staged here. Full-height windows invite light into all the bedrooms, as well as the sizeable study/rumpus privately separated from the other rooms by a bold, suspended walkway,another stunning aspect of this noteworthy property. Providing exemplary rest and retreat, the main bedroom also boasts skylit walk-in robes, a private north-facing balcony, and a fully tiled ensuite. A ground-breaking, thoughtful creation by Rob McGauran of MGS Architects, the efficient and effective use of space inside and out is a triumph of spirited design. Enjoy a glass-walled, enclosed native garden courtyard with access from the living spaces, remote-controlled external blinds, large laundry with upstairs chute, ground-floor powder room, audio, alarm, intercom, bespoke cabinetry, storage solutions, and a remote-controlled double garage featuring internal/external access plus additional driveway parking. Set on one of Brighton’s most tightly held streets, live effortlessly in a location you love. Take a short walk to the Bayside splendour of Kamesburgh Gardens, Bay Street shopping, public transport options, a range of leading schools and the beach. It all adds up to an outstanding lifestyle opportunity! At a glance... * 5 large and light bedrooms with BIR/WIR, main with fully tiled ensuite, skylit walk-in robes, and a private balcony with sweeping treetop/rooftop views * Supersized open-plan living and dining with an open fireplace plus integrated cabinetry and firewood and television niches * Home offices on both levels with built-in cabinetry, shelving and desks * Fabulously light-filled formal dining and sitting room with garden aspects and private access to internal garden * Deluxe kitchen with timber cabinetry, integrated Bosch dishwasher and an inviting island bench topped by stainless steel * Family-sized, fully tiled bathroom with a luxurious bath, heating and mirrored cabinetry * Large laundry with cabinetry, bench space and upstairs chute * Ground-floor powder room with marble-finished vanity * North-facing rear * Spacious and sheltered alfresco timber deck * Solar-heated swimming pool and adjacent terrace with bench seating * Private, leafy timber deck with bench seating * Established, low-maintenance native gardens with a lush lawn plus a private enclosed garden * Remote-controlled double garage with additional off-street parking, internal/external access, and storage capacity * Character-rich selected timber flooring and plush carpets * Double roller and Venetian blinds throughout * Remote-controlled external Venetian blinds * Ducted heating/cooling and a number of split-system heating/cooling units throughout * Storage under stairs * Recessed down-lighting * Built-in audio system * Secure alarm and intercom * Moments from schools, transport, shopping, parkland, restaurants, cafes and the beach Property Code: 1494