Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time just 12 kilometres south-east from Melbourne’s CBD I can tell you about its lovely parks and schools and how it’s popular with families and retirees but I suspect your mind is already wandering NIMBYs and designer-clad influencers with their Bentleys and Porsches which doesn’t have anything like Brighton’s Church or Bay streets – shopping strips full of luxury stores designer jewellers and cafes like The Pantry where all the beautiful people dine Nor does it have an iconic spot/tourist trap like the Brighton bathing boxes you can be sure that I will always emphasise the East I grew up on the other side of the highway in Moorabbin any one of a number of beautiful parks or shops as I’m an old Goth and we don’t do “beach” East Brighton is divided by the Nepean Highway and real estate agents are always quick to advertise if you are on the right side – obviously the “beach” side I am yet to see an ad for the “non-beach” side of Brighton East East Brighton also has its fair share of sporting identities I’m often surprised to see who lives in the suburb and only find out when their property is advertised in Domain or I read a profile of them in a lifestyle magazine Some of our colourful local identities could be described as being more notorious than famous One popular neighbour would have about 15 visitors every day Perhaps they were ordering a lot of Uber Eats It’s the simple things that make East Brighton special – good schools the public golf course (which is proposing to build a warm water pool) the shopping is limited but there are many options nearby Even the old Moorabbin Bowls (now Zone Bowling) and Southland Shopping Centre are only five minutes away East Brighton is known especially for its parks – Little Brighton Hurlingham and Dendy – the latter a magnificent recreational and sporting space that hosts the Bayside Christmas Carols bringing legends and talented reality-TV show contestants to the stage each year and which always ends with a spectacular fireworks display though you won’t find doggie bag dispensers in Landcox Park or Little Brighton Reserve An East Brighton friend says the council has defended the decision because dogs are not permitted to be off leash in those parks He jokes that East Brighton dogs apparently have such a high IQ that they know not to poop in an on-leash area Thankfully, many homes have heritage protection such as “Chevy Chase” in Were Street and Tara House in Mavis Avenue. Chevy Chase was built in 1881 and is an example of a Victorian Italianate home and even has a three-storey tower with views over the bay, while Tara House (originally Landcox House) was built in 1854 and bought by the Tara Institute of Tibetan Buddhists in 1987. More recently, locals to our west have taken to the streets to protest against Brighton’s inclusion in the government’s new housing density zone. Here in the east, it’s just one small corner of our suburb near Moorabbin station that will be directly affected. There has been some push-back, so maybe if the authorities want everyone to get on board, they should return the station to its original name, South Brighton. There can never be enough Brightons. Samantha Keir is a long-time East Brighton resident. My suburb, East Brighton, straddles the Nepean Highway, a stroll from the bay, just 12 kilometres south-east from Melbourne\\u2019s CBD. I can tell you about its lovely parks and schools, and how it\\u2019s popular with families and retirees but I suspect your mind is already wandering. You are no doubt already thinking, \\u201COh Brayton, la de da\\u201D and about its notorious Karens, NIMBYs and designer-clad influencers with their Bentleys and Porsches. But we\\u2019re not all like that, especially in East Brighton, which doesn\\u2019t have anything like Brighton\\u2019s Church or Bay streets \\u2013 shopping strips full of luxury stores, bespoke outfitters, designer jewellers and cafes like The Pantry where all the beautiful people dine. Nor does it have an iconic spot/tourist trap like the Brighton bathing boxes. So, whether you call it Brighton East, or East Brighton, as I prefer, you can be sure that I will always emphasise the East. I love living here. I grew up on the other side of the highway in Moorabbin, but here I can walk to the train station, the gym, any one of a number of beautiful parks or shops. Otherwise, it\\u2019s just a quick drive to what you need. Sometimes I even go to the beach, but not too often, as I\\u2019m an old Goth and we don\\u2019t do \\u201Cbeach\\u201D. East Brighton is divided by the Nepean Highway, and real estate agents are always quick to advertise if you are on the right side \\u2013 obviously the \\u201Cbeach\\u201D side. I am yet to see an ad for the \\u201Cnon-beach\\u201D side of Brighton East. Not to be outdone by Brighton, East Brighton also has its fair share of sporting identities, WAGS, influencers and minor celebrities. I\\u2019m often surprised to see who lives in the suburb and only find out when their property is advertised in Domain or I read a profile of them in a lifestyle magazine. Some of our colourful local identities could be described as being more notorious than famous. One popular neighbour would have about 15 visitors every day, arriving at all hours, often to stay just five minutes, sometimes longer. Perhaps they were ordering a lot of Uber Eats? It\\u2019s the simple things that make East Brighton special \\u2013 good schools, the public golf course (which is proposing to build a warm water pool), the beach so close, and many nearby cafes and restaurants. Within our border, the shopping is limited but there are many options nearby. Even the old Moorabbin Bowls (now Zone Bowling) and Southland Shopping Centre are only five minutes away. East Brighton is known especially for its parks \\u2013 Little Brighton, Landcox, Hurlingham and Dendy \\u2013 the latter a magnificent recreational and sporting space that hosts the Bayside Christmas Carols, bringing legends and talented reality-TV show contestants to the stage each year, and which always ends with a spectacular fireworks display. The parks are popular with dog walkers, though you won\\u2019t find doggie bag dispensers in Landcox Park or Little Brighton Reserve. An East Brighton friend says the council has defended the decision because dogs are not permitted to be off leash in those parks. He jokes that East Brighton dogs apparently have such a high IQ that they know not to poop in an on-leash area! East Brighton doesn\\u2019t have its own train station, but does have convenient access to two lines. So if one is down due to the inevitable maintenance works, there\\u2019s a plan B not far away. The nearby Moorabbin and Bentleigh stations on the Frankston line were originally South Brighton and East Brighton but after deciding that on top of the North, Middle and Brighton Beach stations on the Sandringham line, there were too many Brightons. Can there really be such a thing? Thankfully, many homes have heritage protection such as \\u201CChevy Chase\\u201D in Were Street and Tara House in Mavis Avenue. Chevy Chase was built in 1881 and is an example of a Victorian Italianate home and even has a three-storey tower with views over the bay, while Tara House (originally Landcox House) was built in 1854 and bought by the Tara Institute of Tibetan Buddhists in 1987. More recently, locals to our west have taken to the streets to protest against Brighton\\u2019s inclusion in the government\\u2019s new housing density zone. Here in the east, it\\u2019s just one small corner of our suburb near Moorabbin station that will be directly affected. There has been some push-back, so maybe if the authorities want everyone to get on board, they should return the station to its original name, South Brighton. 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construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that 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initially applied to change the existing permit for the Oak Grange Retirement Village at 695-707 Hawthorn Road in Melbourne’s wealthy suburb of Brighton East The existing permit was filed by Stockland prior to its sale of its retirement village arm in 2022 for $982 million to Sweden-based EQT Infrastructure V Investments Singapore PTE Ltd (EQT) The original permit for the 16,880sq m site was to redevelop the existing 110 units and facilities to create six three to five-storey buildings with 266 carparking bays in a basement level and 208 units Permit changes included carparking bay layouts changes a reduction in the number of units to 201 and height changes with increases for three buildings and a reduced height for two When the council granted the permit changes Concerns included creating three and four-bedroom units was more like housing than a retirement village and that the height changes would impact the neighbourhood Melbourne Water and other referral authorities had no objections to the application Oak Grange Retirement Village was built in 1985 and is currently listed as withheld from sale on the Levande website The site has an existing frontage of 111m on Hawthorn Road Levande filed its application under Oak Grange Pty Ltd whose ultimate holding company is EQT EQT is a global investment organisation and has $A128 billion (€77 billion) in assets under management across 36 funds Levande was contacted for comment prior to publication A crowd gathered to watch a 45-minute battle between bidders for the keys to 23 Lucas Street, which was listed with a price guide of $4.9 million to $5.2 million. Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 61 per cent from 898 reported results Withdrawn auctions are counted as unsold properties when calculating the clearance rate Bidding began at $5.2 million and no vendor bids were necessary as the three parties battled it out for the 924-square-metre block The reserve was set at the top of the price guide A young family bought the McKimm-built home from downsizers whose children had grown up selling agent Nick Johnstone of the eponymous real estate agency said “It was a beautiful home and it’s 20 years old… it was a really good Soaring architect-designed home in the treetops fetches $5.4m at auction Couple who used superstitious auction tactic wins $1.86m Essendon home Prahran home that last sold for $63,500 fetches $1.31m at auction but apartments are getting hard at the moment because there’s so many of them.” securing their dream four-bedroom home in Patterson Lakes for $1.058 million Huddling under the carport to escape the rain, about 80 people – including neighbours of 10 Binda Crescent – witnessed the 30-minute auction which selling agent Daniel Wright of Buxton Chelsea described as intense. 2 Baths2 ParkingView listing “We had really good bidding. There was plenty of energy and fierce competition. After we reached the million-dollar mark though it went up by $1,000 bids, so it took a while,” he said. While the reserve sat under the million-dollar mark, the bidding saw the price rise upwards – a result Wright was pleasantly surprised by and fuelled by young family bidders who saw the opportunity to secure a home in a “real lifestyle market.” “10 Binda Court has four beds, lounge, separate dining and family room, two bathrooms and is close to the freeway so it’s an ideal lifestyle market for families, and with an affordable price,” Wright said. The lifestyle factor has been a big pull for the Patterson Lakes market, he said. “Being close to the freeway means there’s a gateway into the city but also the Mornington Peninsula. And being close to Patterson River which is popular for boating, and its walking trails is attracting a lot of young families.” LJ Hooker’s head of research, Mathew Tiller said that auction volumes were up from last week, and auction clearance rates held up quite well. “The agents that I spoke to reported that there was still good attendance both in open homes and at auctions in Melbourne,” he said. While these numbers were a “little thinner on the ground” than a few weeks ago, Tiller says that this isn’t because of a drop in buyer activity or levels, but rather more choice. “Listings have increased so there is more choice for buyers. However, attendance is still at an above-average level and anything above 60 for clearance rates is quite positive especially at this time in the market as we are seeing such a rise in listings,” he said. Over in Delahey, a first home buyer beat out three other active bidders to secure 8 Cassinia Close for $785,000. 2 Baths2 ParkingView listing With a price guide of $630,000-$690,000, this result was well above the figure expected. The reserve was $685,000. “The auction was fast-paced, starting at $550,000 it flew up to $710,000 very quickly in $20,000 increments,” says selling agent, Ray Mirza of Main Road Real Estate. It is the first time the four-bedroom, Federation-revival home has hit the market, with the owner-builder living there for the past 26 years. “There was a lot of love in the home. It was looked after meticulously,” Mirza says. Younger families made up the majority of active bidders and the six others registered, with the property’s amenities – including multiple living areas and a large backyard – all major drawcards. The convenient location – close to the Calder Freeway, schools, and shopping centres – also attracted interest, he said. “There’s a lot of buyers out there looking for a family home in the Delahey area at the moment,” he said. At 5 Lanigan Street, Fawkner, a “fast and aggressive auction” saw the newly-renovated weatherboard home sell for $887,000, compared to the $730,000 -$790,000 price guide. The reserve was $820,000. 1 Bath6 ParkingView listing “The auction was really, really good,” said selling agent Raphael Calik-Houston of Ray White Coburg. “We saw a huge crowd with a range of young couples and smaller-sized families. Six had registered but only three put their hand up. “The bidding kicked off at around the $730,000 mark and went in tens until around $850,000 and then we dropped down to $5,000s and then $1,000 which ultimately finalised that price.” The landscaped, three-bedroom house, originally built in the 1960s, sits on a 628-square-metre block and was sold to a young couple purchasing their first home. “It is a beautiful family home- renovated, landscaping, everything – ten out of ten,” Calik-Houston said. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Victoria Police have made three arrests after a fight between machete wielding youths outside a popular Christmas carols event in Melbourne Three teenagers have been arrested after a brawl erupted between machete wielding youths outside a popular Christmas carols event in Melbourne's south-east Victoria Police on Wednesday said a trio of boys - one aged 15 and two aged 16 - had been arrested following the fight in Brighton East just after 8.30pm on Tuesday The brawl occurred as the annual Carols in the Park event took place in Dendy Park Bayside City Council said in a statement on Wednesday morning that "the incident took place outside the Carols in the Park event boundary and the event was not impacted" "Bayside City Council is aware of an incident that occurred last night at Dendy Park," the statement on social media said "Victoria Police have confirmed they made several arrests and an investigation is ongoing "Council works proactively with Victoria Police and private security to ensure the safety of all attendees at Carols." Victoria Police said the "boys have all been charged and bailed with three counts of affray three counts of unlawful assault and three counts of possess controlled weapon" The 15-year-old and two 16-year-olds will face a children's court at a later date BREAKING: ARMED GANGS AT CAROLS.Thousands attended Bayside Carols in Brighton East last night Families watched as gangs with machetes arrived and clashed with Police A chase followed down Glencairn Ave with offenders dumping machetes over fences as the chase ensued Brighton state Liberal MP James Newbury said in a post on X that there were "armed gangs at carols".  "Thousands attended Bayside Carols in Brighton East last night Families watched as gangs with machetes arrived and clashed with police," Mr Newbury said "A chase followed down Glencairn Ave with offenders dumping machetes over fences as the chase ensued Police made multiple arrests at the corner of Dacey St."  This is probably not the page you’re looking for Charter Hall is banking a higher than expected price for a suburban Melbourne childcare centre a local private investor is paying $16.5 million – a 4.99 per cent yield – for 409-411 South Road A return of c5.5pc was expected – a price closer to $15m The deal comes nine months since a modern, 171-place complex in neighbouring Brighton traded for $17.5m – a 5.19pc yield Developed on part of a supersite over 10 years ago earmarked for a mixed-use village with high rise apartments 409-411 South Rd holds significant development upside up to eight floors would be allowed (story continues below) is on an initial lease expiring in 2037 with two 10 year options The sale is the latest example of a private investor outmuscling institutional or syndicated capital for an asset of this type “With greater certainty of future economic conditions and a desire to grow assets under management we will see these buyers become more competitive in 2025 once again,” he added “However…in this instance we had numerous private buyers “These buyers offered unconditional terms and highly competitive capitalisation rates “Understanding critical industry levers and being able to install more investor confidence in the childcare sector is key in achieving true market success” Subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of this page A former property analyst and print journalist Marc is the publisher of realestatesource.com.au Forgot your password? You will receive mail with link to set new password Back to login Charter Hall is selling a childcare centre developed on a prime piece of a 7500 square metre amalgamation earmarked 13 years ago for a major mixed-use village The Brighton East investment could sell for more than $15 million reflecting a sub 5.5 per cent yield Tenanted until 2037 – when Only About Children will be presented with the first of two 10 year options – the property holds significant long term development upside Up to eight floors could be considered using present planning precedents “A long-term lease to one of Australia’s highest quality tenants is the immediate drawcard,” he said of the 1887 square metre asset “However the…development potential and Activity Centre zoning makes this one of the most land-rich opportunities we have seen in the childcare sector,” according to the executive “The landholding is also a true island site with no adjoining neighbours” Last month, Golden Age Group received ministerial approval to replace the ex-Xavier College Kostka Hall, at 47 South Rd, Brighton – which it bought in mid-2022 – with 83 townhouses also fronting Barr Street and the Nepean Highway 409-411 South Rd contains a 960 sqm improvement approved for 140 children (story continues below) Only About Children operates from over 80 facilities “The property has an annual income of $823,107…with the tenant responsible for all outgoings 50pc proportion of multi-holding land tax and CAPEX would have contained retail and over 200 dwellings – again in towers of eight storeys One of the lots in its amalgamation was acquired from VicRoads Hampton East and Moorabbin – were from home owners Brighton East is about 11 kilometres south of Melbourne’s CBD The listing comes six months since a modern childcare centre in neighbouring Brighton, with 171 places, traded for $17.5m – a 5.19pc yield Grant Hackett has spent much of this summer in the pool of his Brighton house, although the former Olympic swimmer concedes that these days, he’s more likely to be splashing about with his kids than swimming laps. The multi-gold medallist, who now heads financial services firm Generation Development Group, and his wife Sharlene have turned the five-bedroom pad they bought in late 2021 into something of a haven for their kids – 18-month-old Olympia, Edward, 5, and Jagger, 15 (from his marriage to singer Candice Alley; they also share Charlize, 15). Along with a pool, the garden has an in-ground trampoline and soccer nets. This is where Hackett says the family spends their downtime. “Being CEO of a large company and being time-poor, when I’m off work, I just want to spend time with family at home,” Hackett says. “There is always something for the kids to do regardless of their age. We like to go out, but we’re homebodies too, and we’ve set up our house to be like that.” The couple acquired the large property on tree-lined Rothesay Avenue after almost two years of searching and were instantly taken with it. Among its attractions were its peaceful cul-de-sac location, where neighbourhood kids are free to ride their bikes and shoot hoops, its proximity to the beach, and the way the house sat at an angle on the block, ensuring a 70-metre northerly aspect and glorious natural light. “We wanted to be near the beach, we wanted a large block, we wanted a pool,” Hackett says. “We still wanted to have another kid, so we wanted enough room for a growing family. ROAME fashion co-founder Hollie Sweet lists luxe Melbourne home Three-time Olympic gold medallist Bronte Campbell lists home for sale The Block judge Darren Palmer’s Bondi Beach home for sale “We were happy to do up the house a bit. Our mindset was: ‘You can’t change the street, you can’t change the block, you can’t change the location, but you can change the house.’” Fast-forward to 2025 and the house has had a considerable renovation glow-up that marries contemporary with traditional. “My wife would know the exact terminology I should be using here,” Hackett laughs. “It’s more of a contemporary, grand-style house.” Across two storeys, there are two living zones, five bathrooms, a study space and enough bedrooms to house a growing brood. Soaring ceilings and cleverly placed windows fill the space with sunlight. A neutral palette, expanses of marble, pale timber herringbone floors and feature lighting all feel incredibly luxurious. In the main-bedroom suite, a slab of lemurian blue granite from Madagascar forms a show-stopping backdrop in the double shower. Paired with gold basins and tapware, and more marble, it is a calming space to unwind, Hackett says. Hackett credits Sharlene’s design eye for the house’s glamorous new look, styled with her collection of fashion coffee-table books, crystals, marble vases and pastel-hued flowers. His own passion project has been the gym they installed in a portion of the large garage, complete with backlit mirrors. Hackett says he loves the convenience of training at home and can be regularly found lifting weights or rowing there. So, why are the Hacketts moving so soon? They have bought a block “about 450 metres down the road” and plan to build their dream house with a lap pool for the freestyle champion. “I’ve finally come around to wanting to swim [laps] again,” he says. “But my job is so busy and involves so much travel, it’s hard to actually get to a pool. “I made a decision that I want to build a lap pool so I can have that as part of my fitness regime.” The move has come five or so years earlier than the couple were anticipating, after they spotted the block for sale in a pocket of Brighton they had long loved. It was an opportunity too good to pass up, Hackett reckons, despite their mixed feelings about selling up. “We’re these sad people who are always looking on Domain,” he jokes. “Even when we’re not looking, we’re looking. We enjoy property – I think like a lot of Australians do, right? “[The block] just came up as we were generally scanning. We were, like, ‘Should we do this?’ And we were like, ‘Aw yeah, but we’ve just done all this work to this house!’” Plans and permits for the new pad are underway, and Hackett says it’s a good thing he and Sharlene enjoy the renovation and building process so much, and that they share a design aesthetic. “I’m not sure how many couples are like this,” he reflects. “But we’re really aligned in terms of what we like and how we like to do things. We’re fortunate like that.” One thing is for certain: the family plans to call Brighton home for a long time to come, having fallen in love with the community and bayside living. “Brighton’s not far from the city, but it feels like you are away from the energy of the city,” Hackett says. “I work in there all the time, so it’s nice to not feel like you need to go to a farm or something like that [to relax]. The lifestyle is really second to none.” CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) A modern childcare centre in Melbourne’s leafy south east has traded for $10.795 million – or $80,000 a place The Ashburton complex at 356-358 Warrigal Road found favour with a Hong Kong investor in his maiden Australia property play Stonebridge’s Kevin Tong and Rorey James formalised the sale prior to the close of an expressions of interest campaign Their deal comes three months since a Heathmont asset of this type traded for just over $12m – a 5.8 per cent yield Also last year, following CBRE campaigns, Brighton and Brighton East childcare centres were offloaded for $17.5m and $16.5m respectively while a Nunawading complex fetched $12.4m In 2023 meanwhile HMC Capital sold an Armadale asset for $20.5m – the Victorian record Trading as Nino Early Learning Adventures Ashburton The 1683 square metres block once accommodated two dwellings The 932 sqm improvement rises two levels over 29 basement car parks Annual net rent is $694,139 ex-GST (story continues below) “The eventual purchaser was an investor from Hong Kong our team had been dealing with over several months,” Mr Tong said “Given they were traveling through Melbourne during the Lunar New Year period it was a perfect time to get them engaged on the asset,” according to the executive Mr Tong added the deal was on the back of two weeks of Lunar New Year celebrations in which the company hosted several events – on with over 130 attendees – and meetings “Overall sentiment and feedback from the offshore buyers remain positive with many of these groups cashed up and eager to buy,” he said This buyer pool bought just over half the Victorian childcare centres the agency listed last year Mr James added sentiment from both investors and vendors was up in recent weeks – even before last week’s interest rate drop “While the yield for [Ashburton] was influenced by a higher rent and upcoming market review the sale should provide the market confidence of the continued demand for Victorian childcare assets” he said Ex-footy star Brendon Goddard’s home is going under the hammer on this weekend Former Essendon Football Club captain Brendon Goddard has kicked his Brighton East home to market The AFL defender and midfielder began his career at St Kilda Football club in 2003 through to 2012 before signing for the Bombers in free agency After hanging up the boots six years ago and now a development coach for the Saint’s the 38-year old is selling his four-bedroom home at with a $2m-$2.1m price tag RELATED: ‘Not fair’: Aussie cricketer lists home amid new career move How many properties your federal politician already owns Ex-Netball Australia CEO nets Vic real estate gig the weatherboard abode has timber floors throughout and a landscaped frontage with tall fences that provide plenty of privacy there are stone benchtops and a large island overlooking the expansive open-plan living and dining areas The main bedroom offers a walk-in wardrobe and fully-tiled ensuite with two sinks and the other three bedrooms feature built-in wardrobes as well an alarm system and split system airconditioning throughout the home Property records show Goddard purchased the abode in 2010 for $1.2m Buxton Bentleigh director Chris Hassall said the home was in one of the most-popular pockets of Brighton East which was a “big selling point” “It’s been beautifully renovated for any family that’s wanting to just move in,” Mr Hassall said “The highlight for me is as soon as anyone comes in He said the residence had a half-basketball court a trampoline and was completely secure and private “The 20m frontage lends itself to future opportunities,” Mr Hassall said He added that everything was selling at the moment but classified the market as even between buyers and sellers “It’s a fairer market for buyers; snap up the opportunities because they come and go quickly,” he said 2010 Grand Final drawn between Collingwood and St Kilda Goddard’s mark in the last quarter at the MCG Goddard was an integral player in both the 2009 and 2010 AFL Grand Finals against Geelong and then Collingwood with his performance in the latter nearly resulting in being awarded the Norm Smith Medal but ultimately placing second to teammate Lenny Hayes Goddard left the Saints and signed a four-year contract with the Bombers around the time of the team’s supplements saga At the end of his first season at Essendon His Brighton East home is going to auction on Saturday at 12:30pm Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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Venture to the stretch of sand famous for its colourful row of cheery beach boxes and you’ll see a vastly new and improved Brighton Life Saving Club Overlooking the humble bathing boxes with not-so-humble prices the sleek and unobtrusive glass and timber pavilion replaces the outdated 60-year-old former clubhouse “We’re moving in right now,” says club president Sam Dimopoulos with palpable relief after spending three seasons in temporary facilities further down the beach “It was really needed; things have changed so much since the last clubhouse was built It’ll be great to be up and running this summer.” the premises are also home to the Beach House Cafe where punters can enjoy a coffee and brunch on the balcony deck while looking at the action below and the city skyline glimmering beyond the crescent of sand your flat white will be made with Axil beans and you can get your poached eggs with beetroot-cured salmon or smashed avo “The cafe will really help with the tourist traffic on the beach,” Dimopoulos says 60 or 70 tourists a day coming to photograph the beach boxes “We used to send them to Church Street for their coffee but now they can choose to stay here longer.” Preston: The gritty Melbourne ‘burb with loyal locals defending its iconic market Patterson Lakes: Where you can get the Gold Coast lifestyle in Melbourne Some of Brighton’s ritziest homes can be found just to the north on the “golden mile” where back gates access the beach without the indignity of a strip of bitumen to burn your feet on They’ll cost you (of course) but there are other ways to get your foot in the Brighton door doesn’t have the beach but it’s got the same upwardly mobile gloss as its neighbour – plus it’s the home to Dendy Park and a public golf course with Ben Vieth from Marshall White Bayside For my espresso I can’t go past Mylk Cafe in Church Street. Marco who runs it is Italian – he’s been there a long time and is part of the fabric of the street. The coffee is fantastic and it’s a really friendly place. The Pantry is a local institution. I go there three or four times a week, and no matter what time it is I always see someone I know. They’re open for breakfast and lunch – my go-to is the prawn linguini. The golden mile – basically the west side of St Kilda Street – used to be the Brighton holy grail but since COVID people are really appreciating the lifestyle factors of being in the centralised part close to the shopping villages. 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing A short walk from Bay Street and North Brighton station, this ground-floor apartment in a boutique block of just eight feels private and secluded as it is enveloped in walled gardens at either end. Retractable glass doors give great indoor-outdoor flow, while the slick kitchen with its gleaming stone benches and Miele appliances has plenty of appeal. The art deco-era masterpiece, only a block from the water in Brighton, Melbourne, is freshly listed after half-a-century in the loving owners’ hands. and one of its greatest opportunities as well,” the Forbes Global Properties’ listing explains the five-bedroom art deco masterpiece has been held by one family for over half a century And to come here is to know why it offers a quality of life that is hard to find demonstrating the best of architecture and design from decades gone by Art deo’s signature elegance is present in the home’s delightful curvatures all as gleaming as they though they were built yesterday A charming his-and-hers dressing room in shell pink and a sage-green bathroom with a baby pink vanity and tub will delight retro aficionados and is as private and spacious as a self-contained dwelling ‘Never seen that’: $3 million knock-out bid ends Brighton auction in seconds Jack Riewoldt sells grand Brighton home for about $7.2m in quiet deal Stone-clad stunner hits the market in village-like Brighton pocket and glorious decorative tiling right across the home bring a touch of Gatsby-era glamour,” the listing says “The principal bedroom has its own sitting room and feels like its own private apartment.” Forbes Global Properties’ Robert Fletcher and Tracey Tian Belcher are looking after the listing Expressions of interest close at 4pm on September 17 Properties in this neck of the bayside are among the most prestigious in Australia corporate goliaths and generational homeowners whose estates are so special The suburb record was broken only eight months ago with a $40 million-plus deal which speaks to the depth of the area’s luxury market Beachfront compound Teychel was listed with a price guide of $39.9 million to $43.89 million and sold within the range, The Age reported, crediting  two sources who were unable to confirm the sum or details on the record. Brighton is spoken of with the same reverence reserved for Toorak, which holds Victoria’s $88 million house price record. Some of the celebrities to have owned real estate in Brighton include the late Shane Warne, former Aussie cricket captain Ricky Ponting, retired Brownlow Medallist Chris Judd and his fashion designer, presenter and model wife Bec and a handful of current-day AFL stars. The colourful beach boxes on the Dendy Street Foreshore are a motif of the suburb and a major attraction alongside meandering walking coastal walking tracks, elite nearby schools and the Brighton Baths. Former My Kitchen Rules stars Zana Pali and Gianni Romano’s Brighton house is back on the market beauty queen and developer Zana Pali and husband Gianni Romano have relisted their showstopping Brighton house with a $1m+ price cut It was withdrawn from sale after more than three months and has just re-entered the market for $9.45m-$10.395m with the upper sum $1.605m less than the previous range’s top end RELATED: Former Richmond captain Jack Riewoldt quietly sells his Brighton house Waterfront Brighton manor owned by an order of Catholic missionaries sells for $18m Ex-Essendon captain turned Saints dev coach Brendon Goddard sells Brighton East home Pali and Romano appeared in MKR’s 2016 season as high-flying Also a director at the Bayside luxury development company Pali + Co and a model Pali later took over marketing and social media for the prominent Melbourne 400 Gradi restaurant chain It was named the Best Pizzeria in Oceania for three years running by the 50 Top Pizza awards run by an international pizzeria guide Pali will represent Australia at the Miss Europe Continental beauty contest – a journey which her 107,000+ Instagram followers will no doubt be watching The basement entertaining area features a bar and Versace wallpaper Zana Pali will represent Australia at the Miss Europe Continental beauty contest during 2025 The wine display cellar features imported brown onyx benchtops Pali has shared snaps of herself climbing the Brighton home’s curving Venetian plaster staircase and inside a glam open-plan wardrobe – including a photo where she stood in front of a shoe collection numbering more than 40 pairs – on her social media Gardens designed by famous landscape architect Jack Merlo and custom-made bronze doors welcome visitors to the abode Twenty-six brown onyx slabs were imported and used as a building material in the residence’s fireplace one of the staircases and 6m-long kitchen benchtop Gaggenau appliances and a butler’s pantry also feature in the kitchen Play a game of pool in the basement entertaining set-up More brown onyx was used to build the fireplace An Italian-made elevator takes guests to the basement party space where the bar is fitted with known for its greyish-blue colour and gold and brown veins the main bedroom’s ensuite boasts the open-plan wardrobe with LED-backlit display cabinets Sonos surround sound has been installed across all the house’s levels for a booming surround sound experience no matter what floor you’re on Other highlights include an outdoor pool and spa and a basement five-car garage with a three-phase circuit for an EV charger DOW Real Estate managing director Taylor Dow has the listing MORE: Ex-Carlton player Stephen Silvagni, VRC’s Steve Rosich rein in big home sales ‘Chaos mode’: The Block stars’ cool $1m promo home win Orlando Bloom, Miranda Kerr’s ‘controversial’ former Hollywood hideaway for sale for $7.3m The grand mansion at 201-205 Were St has set a new Brighton East house price record A historic Brighton East mansion with a three-storey tower has smashed the ritzy suburb’s home price record by a jaw dropping $5m The Herald Sun understands the circa-1881 Victorian Italianate home named “Chevy Chase” at 201-205 Were St sold to a Victorian buyer for an eight-figure sum within its $12.7m-$13.2m asking range JP Dixon Real Estate Brighton managing director Jonathan Dixon confirmed the sale but declined to comment further RELATED: Brighton landmark home poised to double price record with $50m price tag Former jockey Gary Willetts saddles up auction of luxury four-level Brighton townhouse 5 reasons Brighton is Melbourne’s premier lifestyle destination the six-bedroom house known as Chevy Chase boasts a recreational pavilion and gazebo with a view of its 12.5m-long swimming pool two dining rooms and two kitchens also feature A three-storey tower that is part of the main house provides 360-degree views over Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay gaze at your art collection or enjoy a high tea Designed by renowned architect Frederick Williams the elegant property was named after a ballad about a 14th-century battle between Scottish and English forces Deemed as significant by the Victorian Heritage Register due to its “considerable architectural and historic importance” the property was originally built for publisher Andrew Thompson A view of the vegetable patch and surrounding homes A rustic kitchen including a feature island The register’s records state the house has been repainted — with the exception of the dining room and lightwell — both of which remain in original condition in an early Boom Style and the planning of the house are representative of the mansions of the period,” the record reads “The location of the tower behind the main facade is unusual.” Brighton East’s previous $7.55m house price record was set last year by a five-bedroom pad at 13 Creswick St that was sold by Mr Dixon’s son MORE: Brighton house boasts soundproofed home cinema, eight-car garage and a lift Fox Footy’s Anthony Hudson puts renovated period Brighton house on the market A designer penthouse in Melbourne’s uber posh Brighton has smashed the suburb’s record Brendon Goddard’s Brighton East home passed in under the hammer yesterday amid a surge in new homes hitting the Melbourne market Melbourne is leading the nation in a home sales listings rebound that has given buyers’ their best chance to make a move in years But it’s leading to mixed results for sellers with a Camberwell home sold half-a-million bucks above expectations yesterday even as ex-Bombers captain turned St Kilda Football Club coach Brendon Goddard watched his Brighton East home pass in PropTrack data shows sellers still have the edge with 66 per cent of the 649 auction results reported yesterday recorded as a sale RELATED: Truth behind Albo’s ‘ruthless’ eviction Greek connection adds $160,000 to Clayton auction result Victoria’s top real estate agents 2024: REB reveals top realtors around Melbourne But the firm has also revealed Melbourne recorded a nation-leading 50 per cent increase to the number of new homes being added to the market in April compared to a year ago giving purchasers hundreds more to choose from Goddard’s Brighton East home was among those to pass in with just a $2m vendor bid made as buyers felt confident to sit on their hands Late in the day negotiations raised that figure to $2.11m and Buxton director Chris Hassall said he was expecting a deal to be done at $2.2m Brendon Goddard’s Brighton East home remains for sale but isn’t expected to linger on the market for much longer Goddard joins hundreds of Melbourne home sellers left holding the ball after auctions this week and amid a surge in new home listings coming to the market “Buyers were texting us two minutes after the auction wanting to make an offer,” Mr Hassall said He added that sales were often moving quickly once an offer was made leaving purchasers who held off to walk a fine line a Glen Iris home listed for sale at $3.8m-$4.15m sold for $500,000 more than expected in one of the day’s most expensive sales Shelter Real Estate’s Zali Reynolds said the $4.65m result for 21 Kerr Cres had been driven by the five-bedroom home’s size and a location near top private schools proved to be yesterday’s priciest auction with a $4.65m sale The five-bedroom home sold for $500,000 above expectations But with auction numbers high in the final weeks of autumn the agent said she expected buyers were likely to have the better end of things until the cooler months sent sellers into hibernation and the number of homes for sale dropped PropTrack Economist Anne Flaherty said Melbourne would next week continue an “unseasonably high” auction run with 1200 homes to test the market making now a “fantastic time” for purchasers “But we would expect that selling activity will cool off as we move into winter though it has been unseasonably high,” Ms Flaherty said “And we might now start to see more nerves around the issue of interest rates It’s still unlikely we will see a hike happen but it’s not something that can be ruled out.” MORE: Property investment balloons by almost 50 per cent Aussies hang tough on mortgage payments Hampton rooftop sold for around $395k, to be turned into a penthouse The fireworks and laser display in Melbourne are set to dazzle this year Don't miss out on this New Year's experience by securing an excellent vantage point We’ve found some spectacular places around Melbourne for you to see the New Year’s Eve fireworks from the official inner city Celebration Zones The four official Celebration Zones are free to attend These spots will also have family-friendly fireworks at 9:30pm The other lookout points might be a bit quieter than the Celebration Zones but they’ll still offer a fantastic experience This garden is one of the four official Celebration Zones Perfect for viewing fireworks in Melbourne Flagstaff Gardens will also have live entertainment on New Year’s Eve Just in front of the Shrine of Remembrance you’ll find another official Celebration Zone this spot will have live entertainment from 6pm to 1am take part in a Bollywood dance workshop and grab a bite to eat from one of the food trucks Enjoy fireworks and festivities by the water at the official Docklands Celebration Zone these gardens in East Melbourne will feature splendid city views you’ll count down to the new year with plenty of entertainment and activities Take a stroll from Fed Square and head to Birrarung Marr This park by the Yarra River should provide plenty of skyline views all you’ll need to do is look up and enjoy the show Head a little further out and enjoy views of the fireworks by the beach Stand on the iconic pier and watch the dazzling display from afar with the added bonus of the little anchored boats bobbing along the waves Williamstown is a wonderful place to be for New Year’s Eve you’ll find plenty of green spots with lovely views of Port Phillip Bay and see the majestic fireworks reflect in the lake you’ll enjoy incredible views of the fireworks relax on one of the open-grass areas and enjoy excellent views of the city skyline This high lookout spot on Yarra Boulevard is great for sunsets views of the Melbourne fireworks on New Year’s Eve This high spot in Northcote provides endless views of Melbourne’s skyline grab a drink or a bite to eat from a nearby restaurant This Hawthorn haven features plenty of wide open spaces Take in the terrific sights on New Year’s Eve in this urban oasis This elevated lookout spot in Elwood is gorgeous any time of the year but is particularly special on New Year’s Eve Head up the hill and watch the curving coastline with the city skyline glimmering in the distance This park by Brighton Beach features views of Melbourne’s skyline as well as the iconic Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes But let’s not besmirch Brighton proper, with its golden mile and its sprawling estates that encapsulate the “absolute beachfront” dream. Topping out at around $50 million, you too might be able to snaffle one up, if you work hard and live to the age of 350. The Brighton common folk fork out just over $3.1 million for the median-priced home. Cross over Hampton Street to the east, and the median price drops to a still not inconsiderable $2.2 million. Then again, comparisons are odious: “At the moment, I’m selling a home in Brighton East that’s looking at the mid-sixes,” says Strickland. “There are no hard and fast rules.” Something all residents can agree upon is the luxury of four distinct strip shopping centres – Strickland loves Church Street, home of the Marshall White office, for its boutique shopping – along with four train stations. She’s also a fan of the northern part of the suburb, which is closer to the city and encompasses Elsternwick Park. “It’s like Elwood South, and it’s only an $8 Uber ride from the city!” Make like a tourist and visit Brighton’s Dendy Street Beach, where the Instagram-famous line of 82 colourful bathing boxes is waiting for its close-up. Dating from the turn of the 20th century, when Victorian-era prudishness was de rigueur, they’re an arresting sight against the curve of the sand with the city skyline in the distance. Got a dog? The dog-friendly stretch of sand known as Sandown Street Beach is heaven for canines and their two-legged companions. The Half Moon Hotel on Church Street has seen generations of Brightonians embrace the rituals of adulthood. Built in the 1960s and modernised into a sprawling yet smart beachy pavilion, it’s the kind of place where you see multiple generations hanging out over a bottle of pinot grigio and octopus carpaccio. For something on the more intimate side, Mr & Mrs P on Bay Street is an inviting place for a quiet drink, with a Euro small plates menu keeping pace. 4 Baths3 ParkingView listing This huge, renovated Edwardian home with a separate self-contained studio above the rear-access garage with a workshop ticks all the family-friendly boxes. A strikingly modern raised spa-swimming pool is a standout in the beautifully landscape entertainer’s backyard while the indoor-outdoor flow is exemplary. South Melbourne: The ‘burb attracting the attention of cashed-up buyers The best homes for sale in Victoria right now Balnarring: The peninsula beach town that’s not short of a dollar notched a record faster than the cars parked inside it A Brighton East compound with a second house on the block converted to a seven-car garage has parked itself in the record books In addition to the lavish main residence, pool and a stand-alone home theatre, the 13 Creswick St property included a home at the rear transformed into an extravagant display garage complete with glass walls The unique compound hit the market the day before Melbourne’s fifth lockdown commenced and sold for an undisclosed sum north of $7.5m within 48 hours of restrictions easing RELATED: Brighton East: Luxe compound has house converted to seven-car garage Brighton house price record: Zagame hospitality family sells waterfront mansion Brett Montgomery: Port Adelaide assistant coach lists Brighton East beauty Buxton’s Todd Dixon inked the deal and said the property which he likened to a Whitsundays island resort had inspired significant inquiry during lockdown “We got out of lockdown on the Wednesday morning and it was sold by Thursday night,” Mr Dixon said “It was sold within 24 hours of the first inspection.” The home’s superlative backyard has a distinct holiday resort vibe to it The unique garage is accessed via Churchill Court at the rear The home’s unique garage was created after the original owners bought and bulldozed a neighbouring home at the rear in order to build their children a place to move into Once they grew out of the property the owners transformed it into a seven-car garage reinforced it with a view to allowing a vertical extension down the track and set the rear of the house as a self-contained unit but the home had a $6.85m-$7.35m asking price and industry sources have indicated it topped $7.5m The main residence has its share of eye-catching features The home’s elegant living spaces also appealed to a range of buyers CoreLogic records show the previous top sale for a house in Brighton East was the $6.3m set for 23 Marriage Rd in 2016 But the buyer isn’t expected to make as much use of the impressive garage as the current owners who displayed a modest car collection within it purchasing the home instead for the self-contained unit that joins the garage in the former house “They have parents from overseas that may want access to that second living space,” Mr Dixon said Multiple living areas include plenty of space to host guests in cooler weather Designer lighting found in parts of the home added another layer to the aesthetics The view from above shows the property’s unique extensive size But the facade at 13 Creswick St gives little away of the lavish compound behind it The sale also means a father and son real estate duo now hold the record for both Brighton and Brighton East JP Dixon boss Jonathan Dixon currently holds the Brighton house price record after selling the 27-29 Kent Ave home of Antoniette Zagame within its $25m-$27m range earlier this year The sale for the widow of the late Victor Zagame who founded the eponymous hospitality business topped the suburb’s prior record — a $22m by 39 Seacombe Grove in 2015 currently holds the Brighton house price record Mr Dixon (senior) said it was “good to see him giving me a run” “I’ll let him have it … for a while,” he said Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: Toorak house price record: Lansell Rd mansion listed for $40m-$44m Georgina Weir, Le Louvre: Retail figure’s French style on show at St Georges Rd home French Island: Off-the-grid property with ‘private forest’ for sale With property on the market tumbling from 75 days on average to 44 during the past year, interest is showing no sign of waning.  “There are streets (in Brighton East) as expensive as Brighton,” says RT Edgar’s Miriam Carraro, pointing out the better value-for-money of  “Little Brighton” – its original name – is seeing more  “dream homes”  being built. Most in demand are the pockets bayside of Nepean Highway, between Centre and North roads, around Brighton Golf Course and dog-friendly Dendy Park and off Hampton Street. Agents single out schools, such as Haileybury (technically in Brighton) and St Leonard’s College, both co-educational, as responsible for driving demand. Hockingstuart’s Sam Inan says Brighton Secondary College is also proving attractive, especially to Asian buyers. (Interestingly, though, two of the three highest sales in the past year have been north of the Nepean, which includes Landcox and Hurlingham Parks and Gardenvale Primary.) “Bayside Brighton East is like living in Brighton proper and I think it’ll be one of the forerunners in the [Melbourne] market,” says Inan. “Brighton East has a long way to go.” Closeness to the beach, particularly those beachside of the Nepean Highway, which also provides direct access to the city; its recreational offering, particularly Dendy Park with its various sporting facilities; high quality schooling; public transport. Streets off Hampton Street – the Brighton border – and south of Centre Road, such as Binnie, Lucas and Regent streets and Plantation Avenue; or Shasta Avenue and Camperdown Street, north of Centre Road. The median house and unit prices increased strongly by 9.5 per cent and 12.7 per cent respectively over the year ending December 2014, higher than Melbourne overall. “Prestige property sales have revived over the past year, with Brighton East set to continue to attract buyers,” says Domain Group senior economist Dr Andrew Wilson. Agents point to Hampton between South and Bluff roads if buyers want to remain beachside but prices can be just as expensive as Brighton. Bentleigh and Ormond are other possibilities, as are McKinnon and Caulfield South where both median house prices – $1.160 million and $1.08 million respectively – are a little below Brighton East but the suburbs still enjoy reasonable access to some of the same amenities. The two-storey house was exactly what Brazilian-born medical specialist Ricardo Palma-Dias and his wife Giovana wanted in the location they wanted. The clean lines of the house, its bright and open interior and proximity to Brighton and Hampton beaches particularly appealed. But more than a decade old, the property needed a refresh. Fortunately, Giovana, an interior designer, was just the person for the job. She has given the place a modern touch-up throughout. In some places, her touch is obvious. Elsewhere it’s subtle. It’s there in the stylish path to the entrance – black-and-white tiles in place of the previous sand-coloured pavers – and the rear timber deck, where previously there were concrete pavers. Also in the windows: plantation shutters now where once hung yellow drapes. Inside,elegant and restrained use of wallpaper transforms blank canvases into feature walls in the front open living-dining rooms, upstairs main bedroom and study-cum-fourth bedroom. Colour was also used to add relief in the kitchen and family area, where a new gas fireplace and TV screen were installed. New handles, taps and the like bear her mark, too. But it’s the en suite, completely redone, making the biggest difference: gone an insipid white space with spa-bath and basin, replaced by elegant grey tiling, a shower stall with twin heads and seat and double vanity. But some original features still impress, such as the soaring six-metre entry foyer and smart herringbone parquetry. Room for improvement: Some stylish pendant lighting could elevate and demarcate some of the open-plan spaces. Barbara Long moved to Brighton East about a decade ago so her son, completing his final years at St Leonard’s College, could avoid the three-hour round commute each day from their previous house in Ascot Vale. But the spacious footprint of the single-storey house – an increasing rarity, particularly among the area’s rebuilds today – also let her divide the property into essentially two separate accommodations. The front half served as a residence for her aging mother. Comprising a main bedroom, large walk-in wardrobe and en suite and an open lounge (previously a formal dining room), this area can be closed off from the rest of the house. The lounge also opens on to a private courtyard (which can be used for outdoor entertaining), although a study, with built-in desk and bookshelves, was used by all. Through double doors, the large family-dining-kitchen area also was considered a communal space. But a further set of double doors created a third zone – bedrooms for Long and her son, a shared bathroom, separate toilet and laundry. In spite of its years, the house has held up well and still has many of the hallmarks of houses built today. There’s a solidness to the house – evident in the joinery, doors and floors, for example – which can be missing in some newer constructions. Little has needed to be done, although Long added a window to overlook a rear deck and pool, both of which she had built. Room for improvement: The place can still do with some cosmetic upgrading. For instance, the busy granite kitchen benchtops, although highly functional surfaces, look dated. Two-on-a-block, side-by-side contemporary developments – like this just-completed one – tell the story of Brighton East today. All over the suburb mid-century properties – often unremarkable, single-storey bricks – on good-sized blocks are being razed to make way for two-storey townhouses offering all the comforts and mod-cons that today’s buyers expect. Here, a 1960s weatherboard-and-brick, which had stoodon a 715-square metre site, was perfect for redevelopment – so much so that the property sold a couple of years ago with plans and town planning permit. The developer, who has had projects in Toorak, built near-identical twin contemporary townhouses of a classier design than those promoted by the previous selling agent. Two main bedrooms with en suites and walk-in robes – one downstairs and one upstairs – as well as the low-maintenance gardens are aimed squarely at the downsizer market, particularly those living in the area who don’t want apartment accommodation.The upstairs retreat works for families. Its location just behind Dendy Park and short distance from the golf course, schools and shops also give the townhouse the universal thumbs-up. Room for improvement: Sheer roller blinds will add privacy and control the light. A plunge or lap pool in the rear may also offer relief during the hotter months. The former Carlton tagger is selling up in Brighton East Former Carlton Football Club tagger turned Super Rules premiership player Anthony Franchina is selling a five-bedroom Brighton East home big enough for a bit of indoor cricket Franchina kicked on to a suburban football swan song that has included a few flag wins with Diamond Creek teammates including some of the sport’s biggest names — from ex-Magpie Dane Swan to Carlton great Brendan Fevola RELATED: Richmond boss Brendon Gale’s Brighton pad listed with hidden room Which Super Bowl star has an off-field home edge? Serial Block buyer done with Victoria, names it a no-go zone Former Tiger Aaron Edwards and retired Kangaroo Daniel Harris also played in the team Famous faces who’ve stopped in for a visit at the $2.7m-$2.85m listing at 2A Marriage Rd Brighton East include Carlton greats Anthony Koutoufides and Simon Wiggans His son has also started playing cricket with the son of Matthew Lloyd at the local club “And there’s a few ex-AFL players in the area,” Franchina said Franchina has also put the residence he’s now selling to good use as a sporting arena — making use of the 3m-high ceilings in the main open-plan living area “Me and my son have played footy and played cricket inside,” he said “Any shot on the full into the wall is out We call it the Big Block League instead of the Big Bash.” Footballer Anthony in action for Carlton in 1999 With a large pool and the beach within a comfortable jog aspiring football players could certainly get a good recovery session in — or even set up a gym like his own in the billiards room The home makes a big first impression with a sweeping staircase in the entry foyer It showcases Smeg appliances and polished surfaces in the large kitchen there is a second barbecue kitchen outside and a gas fireplace in the main living area Franchina added that he would miss barbecues and reading a book in the sandstone-paved private back yard playing billiards or having a workout in the expansive pool house out the back and sitting on the balcony in the evening While the home would be compelling for most buyers he added that he’d be happy to sign a football or two for the new owners if they wanted Kay & Burton director Matthew Pillios has listed the home and said there were good numbers attending inspections Many had walked away discussing the home’s scale enviable entertainment credentials centred around the rear pool area and zoning for good schools The home goes to auction at 6.30pm on Thursday MORE: Mum with 17 homes’ bullish prediction for Victoria Where international buyers are looking to buy Victorian homes Sprawling six-bedroom home sets $3m+ Geelong West record Brighton East sold for a surprising $4.362m sight unseen Buyers who fell in love with a Brighton East dream home splashed a massive $4.362m to secure it despite having never stepped foot inside The luxury house at 3 Collis St was on the market for only 10 days ahead of Melbourne’s latest lockdown giving just a handful of buyers the opportunity to inspect the four-bedroom entertainer Nick Johnstone Real Estate director Nick Johnstone said his office quickly pivoted to virtual showings – getting the vendors to walk through the property with an agent and any interested parties on a video call RELATED: Royal Melbourne Hospital Home Lottery: Frontline worker’s surprise Brighton East windfall Melbourne spring property market guide: Auctions set to run to Christmas, New Year’s Eve The modern home is in a “family friendly part of Brighton East” It has large indoor-outdoor entertaining spaces Five buyers pushed the sale past the $3.95m reserve before the hammer fell to the lucky buyers a couple from the US who already live Bayside “The buyers had never seen it in person,” Mr Johnstone said “It’s pretty incredible to think people are willing to pay $4m for something they’ve never seen He said the vendors, who had won the grand pad after entering the Royal Melbourne Hospital Home Lottery on a whim The ultra-modern property was the major prize in the raffle commissioned by the hospital “with no expense spared” “For people who can’t be bothered with the building process People want to set themselves up for when we do come out of lockdown,” he said which is probably worth about another couple (of) hundred thousand dollars.” He estimated the 613sq m block alone was worth about $2.3m in addition to another $2m to build the masterpiece It also features a spacious ensuite with double shower Entertain by the barbecue and pool in summer An A-grade line-up of trades and creatives worked on the build which now features a glamorous swimming pool an undercover alfresco area and outdoor fireplace bedrooms with their own ensuites and an ideal location near local schools cafes and the beach round out the two-storey package Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox READ MORE: Melbourne auction results: Virtual inspections key to Keilor Downs sale Sustainable Flinders pad a vision of the future ANZ predicts 20 per cent house price surge in Melbourne for 2021 Ex-Carlton player Adrian De Luca’s Brighton East home sold for about $3m Former Carlton football player Adrian De Luca has booted his Brighton East house for about $3m after it hit the market in March De Luca played 46 games across three seasons for the AFL team before his retirement in 2006 after which he was appointed head of finance for St Kilda football club and later he also played in the VFL for Port Melbourne alongside his brother and ex-Port Adelaide player Fabian De Luca RELATED: Brighton East: former AFL player Adrian De Luca selling renovated Californian bungalow The 1920-built property still retains many period features De Luca (left) with former teammate Brendan Fevola The five-bedroom pad at 7 Agnew St sold in late May for an undisclosed price understood to be just above the top end of its initial $2.75m-$2.925m asking price Marshall White Bayside director Matthew Pillios helmed the sale “(I’m) very happy for Adrian and Krista,” Mr Pillios said “A very strong result in the end and very happy purchasers.” It comes after the home passed in at its auction in early April on a $2.875m offer that wasn’t quite sweet enough to seal the deal De Luca bought the 663sq m property for $1.78m the house has since been renovated but still retains period features such as its leadlight entrance door ornate ceiling roses and original fireplaces De Luca (right) pictured with Ricky Mott and Barnaby French ahead of the 2004 premiership season The property comes with a solar-heated swimming pool outdoor entertaining area with a built-in barbecue a formal lounge sits across from the spacious main bedroom complete with a custom walk-in wardrobe and terrazzo-tiled ensuite three additional bedrooms are found alongside a study with a built-in desk living and dining area opens out to the covered outdoor entertaining deck The deck boasts a built-in barbecue and a solar-heated surrounded by bamboo trees that line the fences of the private back yard MORE: Warne family to sell spin king’s planned Portsea party pad Enter a location to help give the most relevant search result for you Clear Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment This cosy and buzzy neighbourhood venue has raised the bar for Spanish food in Brighton significantly The cheerful and stylish red-painted frontage is easy to spot on a side street close to the city’s Open Market and is just a short walk from the train station subtly themed dining room features decorative porcelain wall tiles tasteful framed prints and a semi-open kitchen headed by Iain Swainson (whose CV includes The Samling Pennyhill Park and The Pass at South Lodge Hotel) With partner Justyna Maria Ciurus (formerly front of house at The Little Fish Market in Hove) they bring the sort of attention to detail you’d expect at far swankier places than this good-value casual dining spot a fillet of torched mackerel – skin beautifully crisp flesh cooked to perfection - wouldn’t have looked out of place on a smart tasting menu with its pearlescent sorrel and Gordal olive dressing and bed of smoky cod’s roe mousse Even simple items such as cep croquetas and a textbook patatas bravas over-deliver on flavour and texture Although you could easily order a traditional three-course meal here With our crockery and cutlery replaced with each new dish it meant we weren’t eating a boldly favoured dish of crispy chipirones with fideuà and squid-ink velouté off the same plate as a perfectly roasted skate wing pil pil with well-made and nicely presented cocktails and a concise list of Spanish wines and sherries from top producers has such a passion for the local area and wants to create a little slice of Spain in Brighton The atmosphere is always welcoming and fun and I can think of nowhere better to try innovative new dishes and cocktails simple but well-executed menu that shows a deep knowledge of proper cooking techniques and flavour Excellent food from a chef with proven Michelin star experience warm and professional front-of-house staff 15 Baker StreetBrightonEast Sussex BN1 4JNGB Make a reservation Chester brings a distinctive flair to the dining scene in Cheshire with a growing number of restaurants that balance creativity From bold Mediterranean flavours to plant-led plates and modern British cooking Ahead of the next instalment of our Claridge’s Supper Series we caught up with Elly Wentworth from The Angel The South Hams boasts some of the most beautiful stretches of the English coastline with fertile farmland stretching from sea-sprayed headlands to steep rolling pasture and cool It’s home to a fiercely local food and drink scene and .. Samantha Miller and Jane Baxter’s eccentrically located restaurant  brings people together in a shared table format Here’s a light summer recipe to bring to your dining table Have we seen the last gasp of late night London Critic and Good Food Guide columnist Jimi Famurewa doesn't think so Some of the best restaurants in the city will still seat you come 10pm Bangkok Diners Club began life as District a Thai fusion tasting menu restaurant on nearby Oldham Street that attracted plaudits from local and national press before closing in 2022 due to financial difficulties.  few things are as uncomfortable as having to hurriedly recalibrate opinions about a formerly wholehearted recommendation I excitedly dragged my wife along for a very late Restaurant Index Our website uses cookies to improve your experience and personalise content. Cookies are small files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. 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You can find out more on our cookies page any time These cookies are needed for essential functions such as signing in and making payments These cookies help us optimise our website based on data Using these cookies we will know which web pages customers enjoy reading most and what products are most popular Set among the boutique shops of Brighton’s Bond Street this stylish bakery and café is perfect if you want to buy a loaf of artisan sourdough to take home – one that's made with organic stoneground flour you could settle in and enjoy a chocolate croissant or a cinnamon bun produced each day at Flint Owl's main bakery in rural Sussex made with beans from the renowned Square Mile roastery in London sit at one of the pavement tables and watch the city’s colourful street life go by Flint Owl has branches in Lewes and East Grinstead.  24 Bond StreetBrightonEast Sussex BN1 1RDGB Zana Pali sells in BrightonAlanah Frost Jaggad co-founder Michelle Greene has sold her Brighton East pad Jaggad co-founder Michelle Greene has sold her Brighton East pad less than two weeks after it hit the market The five-bedroom bayside home was listed for $3.6m-$3.8m last month and reportedly sold on September 24 for an undisclosed price make up half of the popular athleisure label which they started in 2013 along with Bec Judd and her husband RELATED: Zana Pali: My Kitchen Rules star’s new Brighton pad to have nightclub Shane Crawford achieves Brighton mega deal The new owner will be able to enjoy summer by the pool Michelle Greene (left) with Laura Henshaw and Bec Judd Known for their collections of fun and chic activewear for women and men Jaggad has released collaborations with internationally renowned model Jennifer Hawkins fitness influencer Laura Henshaw and Olympic runner Morgan Mitchell Buxton Sandringham director Mark Earle would not comment on the property or its vendors but title documents reveal Greene as the owner The listing describes the three-storey abode as a “family showpiece” that is “redefining contemporary luxury” The new owner will be able to enjoy the home’s three bathrooms A large marble island bench in the kitchen fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows are also a feature former My Kitchen Rules contestant and Melbourne businesswoman Zana Pali also offloaded her Brighton investment property The stylish property had a $4.65m-$5.1m price tag The 29 Park St property was snapped up for “close to $5m” after originally being listed for $4.65m-$5.1m three weeks ago Ms Pali said she and husband Gianni Romano were “really happy with the result” Melbourne mum and businesswoman Zana Pali and husband Gianni Romano built the property as an investment Marshall White Bayside director Matthew Pillios said the buyers were a middle-aged couple who were into health and fitness “They loved the quality of the build and the location,” he said “The market is really strong at the moment and there is a big desirability for good quality Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: Fitzroy record holder’s $2.5m price cut Suburbs where value rises eclipse salaries Top-performing suburbs of Melbourne’s south Melbourne residents are expected to wake to another cold start to the day on Thursday after shivering through the chilliest morning of the year on Wednesday Another frosty start meant temperatures could drop as low 1 degree for parts of metropolitan Melbourne on Thursday ahead of a top of 13 degrees when the sun comes out Brighton East resident Tom Pirola braves the cold throughout winter for a morning dip with workmates.Credit: Joe Armao Melbourne could be in for a week-long run of mornings at or below 5 degrees it would be the first time since June 2013 and make the week the coldest in 11 years Thursday’s frosty forecast follows Melbourne’s coldest day of the year so far on Wednesday as temperatures dropped as low as zero degrees in parts of the city Melbourne’s Olympic Park recorded a low of 1 degree at 7.28am on Wednesday while most metropolitan areas recorded lows of about 2 or 3 degrees The chilly morning was no deterrent to Tom Pirola who braved the cold for a swim before sunrise at Brighton beach The Brighton East resident said he dreaded getting into the water beforehand but the feeling afterwards was always worth it “You feel like Superman when you come out of the water,” he said Pirola said there was a mix of swimmers at Brighton Beach each day ranging from those in their 20s like him to those in their 70s Nga O’Brien (front) and Denise Brotherton prepare for a swim at Brighton on Wednesday.Credit: Joe Armao “A friend of mine pulled me along one morning; ever since Pirola said he was typically joined by work colleagues although they had skipped the ritual on Wednesday for a sleep-in Geelong and on the Mornington Peninsula dropped to between minus 1 degree and minus 3 degrees Reid said it wasn’t just the typically frosty places that were blanketed in white on Wednesday morning Reid said the frosty starts were expected to continue in Melbourne throughout the week “We’ve got another very frosty one in store for tomorrow another 1 degree morning on the cards,” she said “We’ve got a bit of cloud coming through later in the week and that’ll stop things from being completely frosty although it looks like it’ll be a bit frosty again on Saturday and Sunday morning.” Victoria’s alpine region hopes the blanketing it experienced in the past week continues after more than 30 centimetres of snow fell on Hotham over the past seven days Mount Buller will mark 100 years of skiing on the mountain this weekend with snow lovers invited to celebrate the milestone on Saturday Get the day’s breaking news, entertainment ideas and a long read to enjoy. 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Thursday\\u2019s frosty forecast follows Melbourne\\u2019s coldest day of the year so far on Wednesday Melbourne\\u2019s Olympic Park recorded a low of 1 degree at 7.28am on Wednesday \\u201CYou feel like Superman when you come out of the water,\\u201D he said \\u201CA friend of mine pulled me along one morning; ever since I\\u2019ve just been addicted,\\u201D he said Reid said it wasn\\u2019t just the typically frosty places that were blanketed in white on Wednesday morning \\u201CIt was just cold everywhere,\\u201D she said Reid said were expected to continue in Melbourne throughout the week \\u201CWe\\u2019ve got another very frosty one in store for tomorrow another 1 degree morning on the cards,\\u201D she said \\u201CWe\\u2019ve got a bit of cloud coming through later in the week and that\\u2019ll stop things from being completely frosty although it looks like it\\u2019ll be a bit frosty again on Saturday and Sunday morning.\\u201D Victoria\\u2019s alpine region hopes the blanketing it experienced in the past week continues entertainment ideas and a long read to enjoy The pool is proposed to be deferred while we undertake an aquatics feasibility study Council considered community feedback and a revised concept design for the Warm Water Pool at its November 2023 meeting and unanimously resolved to progress the project to schematic design and the planning permit process The revised design ensures a larger café area for socialisation and to maximise surveillance of the pool as well as an expansive roof canopy and drop-off zone to access the building under cover Thank you to everyone who provided their feedback on the concept designs Read the results of all phases of community engagement The proposed warm water pool facility will cost around $25 million and include: Explore the concept designs  a leisure facility management company and current lessee of Brighton Golf Course will manage and operate the proposed warm water pool BlueFit also has a proposal for a private wellness centre next to the warm water pool Find out more about the golf course site  is a private development – fully-funded and operated by BlueFit This consultation is on Council’s warm water pool Feedback on the wellness centre design can be provided through the planning permit process Find out more about the Wellness Centre  The Warm Water Pool facility will be located at the Brighton Golf Course next to the car park and behind the existing Women’s Golf Club (see image below) It will also be located next to a proposed Wellness Centre which would initially be a private facility leased and operated by BlueFit (current lessee of Brighton Golf Course) The north-east corner of Brighton Golf Course was selected as the location for the Warm Water Pool because: The course will remain a public par 67 course accommodating the proposed Warm Water Pool and Wellness Centre would mean alterations to the 9th and 12th holes The 9th hole is proposed to be reduced to a par 4 and the 12th extended to a par 5 BlueFit will be investing in course improvements including tees and greens and a new Pro Shop proposed to be in the Warm Water Pool building The current short practice fairway will cease to be used under the proposed changes but a new indoor specialist golf training and coaching facility will be created in the existing Pro Shop instead BlueFit also plan to introduce new practice hitting cages to allow golfers to warm up before teeing off The need for sufficient on-site car parking and preventing local traffic congestion were the top two challenges raised in the first phase of community engagement The Warm Water Pool is located next to the existing car park at Brighton Golf Course with vehicle access via a one-way loop road off Dendy Street The existing car park has 134 parking spaces with a further 33 car parking spaces along on the loop road A total of 234 parking spaces are located in the immediate area Parking occupancy surveys undertaken around Warm Water Pool location found a minimum of 182 available spaces during the weekday surveyed and 147 available spaces available on the weekend Within the off-street car park immediately adjacent to the proposed Warm Water Pool there were 100 spaces available during the weekday peak period and 71 spaces available during the Saturday peak period On this basis, the Traffic Impact Assessment report found that there is enough available parking to accommodate the additional weekday and weekend car parking demand generated by the Warm Water Pool The traffic report also recommends a pedestrian path is constructed from Dendy Street to the Warm Water Pool as well as bicycle parking facilities installed at the site to encourage use of sustainable transport User affordability of this public facility was another challenge raised during the first phase of community consultation and Council has committed to providing affordable community access to the public Warm Water Pool The proposed fee schedule is benchmarked across mid-range similar facilities and current aquatic industry costs The following opening hours for the Warm Water Pool have been proposed to maximise community access and provide exclusive access to a program pool consistent with feedback from stakeholder reference groups: The Warm Water Pool will be specifically designed to cater for people of all abilities including facilities and programs for people with high or complex needs The facility will incorporate a range of features to ensure it is accessible for all including: Join us for an online or in-person session to hear more about the proposals and share your views Read answers to frequently asked questions about the project Find out more  including how we're engaging with our community About this consultation  Investigation of feasibility and potential sites In 2018 community members petitioned Council to introduce a hydrotherapy/warm water pool accessible for all residents for a wide range of health conditions a Warm Water Pool feasibility study considered the demographic characteristics of Bayside and confirmed that a warm water pool in most locations would receive high usage Following the exploration of 11 sites across Bayside, Council endorsed the north-east corner of Brighton Golf Course next to the car park as a preferred site for a public warm water pool in December 2021 This consultation phase was to understand community support for the public warm water pool and/or the private wellness centre Council considered community feedback and next steps at its June 2022 meeting Read the community engagement report. Read the meeting minutes. View archived project pages. This phase of consultation is focused on the warm water pool concept design Workshops held with healthy ageing and disability access and inclusion committees in March 2023 informed the development of the concept designs. Read what they told us. 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Sign up today We will send you instructions to reset your password Back to Log in Creating an account helps us better understand your needs and the needs of the community Completing the questions below helps us better understand the diverse range of people who contribute their ideas Would you like to follow this project to receive email updates A historic Brighton East mansion that feels like being “in the middle of the country” has hit the market for the first time in 40 years The 201-205 Were St residence is named Chevy Chase after an Old English ballad about a 14th-century battle between the Scots and the English – not the American comedian A sale near the fully restored pad’s luxury price tag would set a new benchmark for the premium suburb RELATED: Inside the manors Melbourne’s rich and powerful called home Michelle Greene: Jaggad co-founder selling Brighton East pad Kew house price record: Spectacular ‘fairytale’ mansion smashes suburb benchmark The expansive gardens give the property a country feel The dreamy pool is the perfect setting for summer The listing says the tower is at “the highest point in Brighton” The elegant 1881 six-bedroom Victorian has also been deemed as significant by the Victorian Heritage Register JP Dixon managing director Jonathan Dixon said the “magnificent” home became known as Chevy Chase after a subdivision in 1931 established the property as it is today “It’s just short of an acreage (3958sq m) and there’s nothing like it,” Mr Dixon said He said it was one of the “top four Victorians in the bayside area”, alongside the South Lodge homestead at 43-47 Were St, Brighton The huge recreation space could store up to 14 cars The tower at the home is one of the highest points in Brighton providing 360-degree views over Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay a cellar and a fully equipped gazebo overlooking the 12.5m pool and spa and so is the pool area – it feels like you’re in the middle of the country,” Mr Dixon said It also comes with its own impressive recreation centre which the current owner has used to house their Bentleigh collection “You could put 14 cars in there,” Mr Dixon said Buyers in the know began inspecting the property shortly after it was listed last week The suburb’s current $7.55m record was set earlier this year with the sale of 13 Creswick St by Mr Dixon’s son Mr Dixon said he was enjoying a healthy rivalry with his son READ MORE: Adorn apartments: Rare Ashburton development has homes at fraction of local unit median Mornington mansion has car viewing window, underwater exercise bike Hi-tech Noble Park North pad for sale senses when you’re near The health department is working to identify people who came into contact with a Melbourne childcare worker who tested positive to COVID-19 this week Families whose children attend the Guardian centre in Brighton East were told that an educator developed flu-like symptoms at the weekend A sign outside the centre in Brighton East on Tuesday.Credit: Simon Schluter The Victorian education department confirmed on Tuesday night that it had been contacted about the case and that the health department was undertaking contact tracing “The centre has been given a complete disinfecting clean and will reopen only when we are given clearance by [the health department],” Guardian Childcare and Education chief executive Warren Bright said In a further letter sent to families on Monday afternoon and seen by The Age Mr Bright said there were yet to be any other confirmed cases at the centre The educator was last at the Centre Road facility on April 2 “Upon being notified of the team members [sic] positive result we immediately contacted Department of Health and Human Services; Public Health Unit seeking advice,” Mr Bright wrote The Guardian centre in Brighton East will be closed until further notice.Credit: Simon Schluter “At the time of writing we are still awaiting this advice Given this delay we have decided to close the centre as a precaution.” Mr Bright said the centre was professionally cleaned each day and apologised for the concern and inconvenience caused to families describing the situation as “unprecedented in the sector and in the community” It is one of a number of cases of coronavirus with links to childcare in recent weeks including the Rose of Sharon centre in Sydney that has confirmed 25 cases among the centre’s workers children and other people who have come into contact with them Last month, another Guardian centre, in East Ivanhoe, was connected to a further two cases Two parents at the centre tested positive to COVID-19 after making multiple visits there with their child in mid-March which is not thought to be linked to the recent infection the centre remained open after management said it had received advice that the risk of transmission to children and other families was low the Victorian health department has expanded its COVID-19 testing criteria to include people working in childcare and early childhood education centres with symptoms of the disease A response on the latest COVID-19 case was sought from the Victorian health and education departments \\u201CThe centre has been given a complete disinfecting clean and will reopen only when we are given clearance by [the health department],\\u201D Guardian Childcare and Education chief executive Warren Bright said \\u201CUpon being notified of the team members [sic] positive result we immediately contacted Department of Health and Human Services; Public Health Unit seeking advice,\\u201D Mr Bright wrote \\u201CAt the time of writing we are still awaiting this advice Given this delay we have decided to close the centre as a precaution.\\u201D describing the situation as \\u201Cunprecedented in the sector and in the community\\u201D including the Rose of Sharon centre in Sydney that has confirmed 25 cases among the centre\\u2019s workers Steph Claire Smith splashed $7m on a new Brighton home with husband Josh Miller Fitness influencer Steph Claire Smith has splashed $7m on an ultra-luxe Brighton East dream pad inspired by mid-century Palm Springs The Keep It Cleaner podcast and app co-founder has been celebrating summer around the pool of her new luxury digs sharing photos with husband Josh Miller to her 1.5m Instagram followers the four-bedroom house was created for its sellers by InForm design and a north-facing balcony with views of the pool and surrounding gardens RELATED: Fitness influencer Steph Claire Smith sells her Brighton East home Adelaide-born model Olivia Rogers sells home post split Michelle Greene: Jaggad co-founder sells Brighton East pad, Zana Pali sells in Brighton Influencer Steph Claire Smith and husband Josh Miller’s new $7m Brighton home Miller recently posted photos of the pair on Instagram before Laura Henshaw’s 30th birthday Steph also shared photos of her celebrating summer at the pool terrazzo-tiled ensuite with a freestanding tub and a spacious walk-in wardrobe — where Smith recently posted a selfie to her story with the caption “one day soon we’ll finish unpacking completely” Other recent photos showcase Smith and Miller posing up by the pool and on the contemporary prior to fellow Keep It Cleaner co-owner and influencer Laura Henshaw’s 30th birthday bash While Smith declined to comment on the purchase public records show the home settled in August after she and Mr Miller who himself has more than 100,000 Instagram followers The sale was led by Fredman Property Group Brighton boss Joel Fredman Smith (left) and fellow Keep It Cleaner co-founder Laura Henshaw (right) at the new pad terrazzo tiled ensuite with a freestanding tub Miller poses on the stairs inside the couple’s new abode It comes after the high-profile couple notched a $2.475m sale for their previous four-bedroom pad The social media star recently fielded a number of questions from her followers about her property moves which she explained on Instagram stories she “wanted to keep private” Smith also described the new pad as her “dream home” while she was living with her parents between the moves It’s just a few kilometres back from the beach and would look the part on a residential strip in the famed California town it takes design inspo from MORE: Glenn Maxwell, Sigrid Thornton: Star names notch mega Melbourne sales before the end of the year Australia’s most expensive home sales 2022: more than $1b spent on 25 properties around the country Unexpected developments: hidden city beneath Melbourne’s CBD, roller coasters and Gatwick gong might just have Melbourne’s best garage – it used to be a house A Brighton East compound like a “Whitsundays resort” is offering buyers a house just to park their cars in The unusual garage gambit has room for up to seven vehicles and a glass wall so you can see your pride and joy from the backyard The labour of love was created after the current owners of 13 Creswick St bought the home and the neighbouring property over the back fence at 14 Churchill Court in 2007 and 2009 respectively RELATED: Brett Montgomery: Port Adelaide assistant coach lists Brighton East beauty Scotty James: Snowboarding champ selling slick South Melbourne pad Melbourne’s healthiest suburbs to live in: 20-minute neighbourhoods Initially the Churchill Court property was bulldozed and a home built in its place for the vendors children to move to But after they moved on the owners renovated to add the garage a metal frame to support a vertical extension in the future if desired and a self-contained unit with a bedroom the unusual addition is revving up to smash the local price record Buxton agent Todd Dixon said a sale in the home’s $6.85m-$7.35m price guide would “smash” the suburb’s $6.3m high-water mark The nondescript Churchill Court entrance to the home’s impressive garage Ever parked your car on Tasmanian oak floorboards The lavish compound has a backyard built like a “Whitsundays resort” which was two separate titles but is now just one,” Mr Dixon said “But they renovated the house on Churchill (Court) and made it into a big garage.” But with the backyard fence torn down to make full use of a northwest orientation the sprawling 1343sq m block has significant appeal as a private oasis that “just feels like you are in a Whitsundays resort” Comfortable living spaces in the main residence offer plenty of room to park yourself And the crystal chandeliers in the kitchen should help impress guests who aren’t car fans Cosy gas fireplaces add appeal for winter weather A granite-paved courtyard joins a 15sq m pool with a sunlounge shelf that adjoins a barbecue zone in prime position between the main home and the garage and a soundproofed theatre caters for rainy days “It’s a big space … you could play the drums or the electric guitar without disturbing anyone,” Mr Dixon said Luxury features in the four-bedroom main residence include French oak floors twin crystal chandeliers in the kitchen and Wolf appliances or do those light fittings look suspiciously like indicators The open-plan living zones are all oriented for natural light The extraordinary compound as seen from above a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite in every bedroom MORE: Melbourne auction results: lockdown auctions a ‘smart move’ for vendors Melbourne’s newest million-dollar suburbs revealed: REIV Victorians to splash $279m after May lockdown reno spree: ABS