5/44-48 Durrant Street
Brighton

Gloriously cocooned in lush tranquil gardens, this renovated, single level residence inspires relaxed indoor/outdoor living and entertaining in a prized Brighton neighbourhood in close proximity to both Bay Street and Church Street. Privately set at the rear of an established unit-complex, the freestanding home's light-filled interior spaces are defined by polished timber boards, plantation shutters, and skylights. Taking centre stage in the main open-plan living/dining area, the recently updated Caesarstone kitchen has an island bench, Neff oven, gas cooktop, whisper-quiet rangehood, and Bosch dishwasher. Timber and glass concertina doors open out to the expansive alfresco deck, which effectively doubles the amount of living space bounded by the beautiful gardens with canopy trees, and stunning new plantings including Japanese maples, bamboo screening and jasmine draped walls. Fully covered, and fitted with LED lighting, fan, heaters and custom Ziptrak blinds, the spotted-gum deck area is equipped with a built-in gas-plumbed barbecue, marble-topped bench, and cabinetry with integrated drinks fridge, plus plenty of space for dining and lounging. A raised boardwalk runs the side of the property, lined by lovely, shaded garden beds, and allows for rear access to the garage.

Back inside, the stylishly appointed main bathroom features a large walk-in shower fitted with a Power & Soul (Grohe) multifunction shower head, and a wall of sleek, newly installed custom cabinetry conceals a Euro laundry and plenty of storage space. The spacious main bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and walk-in robe, while the second bedroom has a built-in robe and ceiling fan. Includes garden irrigation system, gas ducted heating, two split systems, new LED downlights, quality blinds, security door, rear lane access, single lock-up remote operated garage with new roller door, plus car parking space. There are also council-approved plans to extend the main bedroom to create an added bedroom/study. On 264sqm (approx.) and covered by an Owners Corporation, this outstanding residence is located just a short walk to Brighton Primary School, the William Street Reserve, Church Street and Bay Street with its boutiques, restaurants, and cinema as well as North Brighton station. Golden Mile beaches, including the popular dog beach, are also in walking/cycling distance, as is Firbank and Brighton grammar schools.