35 Durrant Street
Brighton

Rich in Art Deco elegance and style, complemented by a contemporary architectural extension designed to draw in northerly light and celebrate indoor/outdoor connectivity, this three-bedroom Brighton residence offers sophisticated, low maintenance living and entertaining in a blue-chip neighbourhood, a short stroll to Bay Street.

Privately set behind a high fence and gate, a landscaped front lawn with a central water feature introduces the stylish double-storey double-brick-rendered/stucco home, edged with a paved driveway and carport offering secure off-street parking for two cars. An undercover porch, with a handy storage cupboard, leads to the polished hardwood entry hall a with central timber staircase showcasing the soaring dimensions and classic features. Newly painted in a fresh white palette, the formal living room looks out to the front garden and features an original open fireplace, ornate plasterwork ceiling, and a Deco inspired designer pendant light.

A hallway leads to the light-filled contemporary open plan indoor/outdoor living and entertaining zone, headed by a stone/Miele-appointed gourmet kitchen. High vaulted ceilings and angled highlight windows soar above bi-folding doors that open on two sides to a private courtyard deck and low-maintenance side gardens, drenched in northerly light. A luxe powder room, and Euro laundry with provisions for a second shower, Nobo electric panel heaters, automated blinds, in-built speakers, and custom joinery complete the lower-level layout. Upstairs are the three character-filled bedrooms, all with Deco details, including the spacious front-facing master which has a wall of built-in robes, and far-reaching neighbourhood/tree-top views. Also, upstairs is the floor-to-ceiling tiled bathroom with built-in tub and separate shower, while additional features include reverse cycle central heating/cooling, a lockable shed/studio, and a rear access gate.

This outstanding family-friendly neighbourhood is central to a host of Brighton’s coveted lifestyle amenities. It’s within walking distance to Bay Street shops, cafes, restaurants and cinema, the North Brighton Station, Brighton Primary School, Brighton Grammar, and Firbank Grammar schools. Golden Mile beaches and the Bay Trail are also tantalisingly close by.