718 Esplanade
Mornington

Presenting a rare north-facing once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, this iconic Mornington waterfront home on a classic quarter-acre block was originally designed in the 1950’s by notable modernist architect, Norman Brendel, who celebrated its proximity to the shore with a glass-lined upper level entertaining space and huge sea-facing balcony. With the existing home positioned at the front of the deep-set 1006sqm* block, and a huge lawned backyard with direct rear laneway access from Fisherman’s Way, the property has the size, space and scope to preserve, subdivide, or redevelop (STCA) for a myriad of dream home opportunities.

Showcasing breathtaking views across the Bay to the CBD skyline, the four-bedroom, two-bathroom, three-living area home, which has been lovingly restored, maintained and enhanced over the decades, will captivate with its original features including Tassie oak flooring, soaring ceilings and wide-span windows framing coastal and garden views. A stand-out modernist feature is the original built-in wet bar in the showstopping upper level living/entertaining space, along with beamed ceilings, timber-panelled walls, and decorative wall niches. Contemporary enhancements are equally impressive and include an imported ‘mid-century green’ French Sequin wood fireplace which enhances the charming ambience in the lower-level third living room or ‘winter room’.

Freshly painted crisp white, the charming beachy-themed interiors are spacious and light-filled. The lower level layout comprises an open plan living/meals area and kitchen with a new 900 induction oven with induction cook-top, while a timber breakfast bar is perfectly positioned for relaxed brunches in front of a large picture window with outlooks to Fishermans Beach. The four bedrooms, all with split systems and ceilings fans, are linked by a wide hallway, with double-glass door access to the rear garden, while the two well-appointed bathrooms include one with a delightful pink mid-century built-in bathtub and matching pedestal vanity.

Set behind automatic gates, with a double under-cover carport and off-street driveway parking, additional features include rooftop solar panels, an electric awning to the upper level balcony, a Ring security system, a large laundry/utility room with external access door, the original outdoor ‘dunny’, (still working!), a garden shed and storage shed.

This coveted Mornington beachside neighbourhood edges the sandy shores of Fisherman’s Beach, known for its boat ramp, beach boxes, iconic Fisherman’s kiosk, and much loved local café opposite, while it’s just a 30 meter flat walk to the bay perfect for Stand Up Paddleboarding, a 10-minute walk to Mornington harbour, the park, waterfront hotels, and Main Street’s outstanding shopping and hospitality venues.

*Approximate land size.