Established properties of this grand scale, with such excellent accommodation, are rare.

Encompassing the largest parcel on the street with a spectacular north-south championship tennis court and pool amongst established gardens, this rare six-bedroom, four-bath residence delivers the proportions and flexibility for an outstanding family future.

Positioned just one street back from the Golden Mile on just under an acre/3,488sqm (approx.), and only a short stroll to the beach, this immaculately presented family home is ideal to enjoy immediately whilst also offering the scope to add your personal stamp or start again with a luxurious contemporary home (S.T.C.A).

Designed and built of the highest quality by the late Brighton architect, Gerhardt Sommer, the home is of double brick construction, has sweeping hard plaster walls and a slate roof with the second story discretely positioned at the rear, overlooking the back garden.

Seamlessly blending in with the historic streetscape, it effortlessly captures the essence of a traditional estate with a garden of mature trees and expansive lawns, reminiscent of a large English country manor. The wraparound veranda pays homage to colonial architecture, providing cooling in hot weather and additional shelter in winter.

Inside, the house is light-filled with distinct areas dedicated to formal gatherings, casual living and entertainment across two levels. The large formal dining room, and lounge room with open marble fireplace, are introduced by a grand central hallway with 3.3m (approx.) high ceilings. The hallway leads into the kitchen and dining area and an expansive casual family living zone, overlooking the pool area and rear garden.

The kitchen has been updated with stone benches and quality appliances including a Miele oven, cooktop, and dishwasher.

Upstairs, a sitting room is perfect for younger family members, connected to the children's wing, which consists of three generously sized bedrooms with ample storage, attic, and two interconnecting bathrooms. On the lower level are two additional bedrooms, each with their own ensuite, including the imposing main bedroom boasting extensive robes. A home office with built-in robes can also be utilised as a sixth bedroom if desired.

Outside, a wealth of space opens to allow for alfresco dining and entertainment with full afternoon sun, including the aforementioned tennis court, large pool and sprawling gardens. The huge frontage features a bluestone and wrought-iron fence and horseshoe gravel driveway.

This impressive home also features a freestanding double garage, bike and tool shed, large laundry, ducted heating/cooling, water tanks, and ample off-street parking. Surrounded by prestige schools, that Brighton is famous for, cafes and dining in nearby Martin and Bay Streets and the very cool Elwood village are all easily accessible on foot from 29 Drake Street.

Agent in Conjunction - JP Dixon Brighton: Jonathan Dixon 0408 100 067

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