Residence 2 / 60 Stokes Street
Port Melbourne

Conventional homes have their place, but it's not here. A landmark presence within the historic Swallow & Ariell Biscuit Factory, this former ‘Counting House’ residence is a one-off, designed for the design-conscious, the creatively minded, and those who prefer homes with edge, not just square meterage. Rising to bay views from a rooftop terrace, and opening to gallery-like spaces designed to ascend and connect, it's distinct in its style, yet evokes a European influence where industrial grit and exclusivity pave a path to extraordinary city-edge living.

Discreet, secure and iconic with a private garage to top it off, intrigue builds with every room. From its striking spiral stair to its original bluestone details, the interior speaks fluently of the area’s industrial past, transformed with style and a whole lot of soul to draw in natural light and offer movement throughout levels. The main living domain is expansive and open, delivering space to stretch out, entertain, or decompress from the city, which you can easily walk to. Elevated ceiling heights, banks of north-facing glazing, and a clever terrace connection on the top-floor level blur the lines between indoors and out, bringing in bay breezes and the kind of atmosphere and entertainment prowess you don’t get from a stock-standard build.

The primary bedroom suite is a genuine escape, with all-day light, walk-in robes and an oversized ensuite, while two additional bedrooms, both framed in original bluestone, are quietly positioned downstairs, creating the perfect retreat for your family or friends, with a central bathroom. A large separate laundry, abundant storage, and secure parking for one right by the door, plus it features hydronic heating and split system cooling throughout. Mere footsteps from Bay Street’s cafe and dining scene, 140m to the sand, and located in one of Port Melbourne’s most iconic heritage warehouse conversions, this is the kind of home that makes an impression. Not for everyone, and that’s exactly the point.