This really is a dream combination – modern spacious living, pristine presentation and a fantastic location just ONE street back from the bay! In Rye's coveted 'Golden Mile' this immaculate 3-bedroom + study family home rests on a lush 921m2 (approx.) block complete with swim spa, huge entertaining deck and side access parking for your boat/trailer on the outside, coupled with an intelligent internal floorplan designed for pure enjoyment and lifestyle. Flaunting quality finishes throughout with surrounding tropical greenery creating a calm, resort-like ambience, the property offers two distinct living zones comprising a plush formal lounge off the entrance with adjacent study & private courtyard, complemented by light & breezy open-plan family living & dining to the rear. At the heart lies a sparkling modern kitchen that interacts well with the indoor and outdoor zones, featuring a stone waterfall island bench, integrated Blanco dishwasher, Belling rangecooker & hood and plentiful cupboard & workspace. Multiple sets of sliding doors provide a seamless connection to the massive wraparound deck with a bay glimpse and a full outdoor kitchen where you will LOVE entertaining friends while the kids frolic in the swim-spa, all surrounded by lush established plantings. The master suite is huge, with 2 sets of French doors to the front garden, a walk-in dressing area and luxe boutique-hotel style ensuite with double walk-in shower, a wonderful place to enjoy your morning coffee in peace or unwind at the end of a long day. Two great-sized secondary bedrooms share a full family bathroom with external vanity & separate WC. Extra appointments include hardwood timber flooring, plantation shutters & window furnishings, laundry, espaliered olive trees in the front garden, a workshop in the double garage, gas ducted heating, split system air conditioning and evaporative cooling, a paved courtyard with tranquil water feature and a fully landscaped backyard with integrated bore water irrigation system and decorative zen garden. Whether you've been looking for a permanent seaside home that is ready to move in to and start enjoying, or a deluxe holiday getaway close to everything the Mornington Peninsula has to offer, 8 Richardson Street will be the perfect fit. Call Joel Hood or Adrian Calcedo today to arrange your inspection. * Vendor reserves the right to sell prior to the closing date