1 Bendigo St, Hampton VIC 3188

Expressions of Interest closing Monday 6th May at 4pm

Outstandingly located in the heart of Hampton, this unique and much cherished four bedroom residence on 654 sqm (approx.) with a north facing rear aspect has been the lifelong home for two generations of the same family, and is on the market for the first time in almost 60 years. Rich in post war architectural style, with influences of California Bungalow and Arts & Crafts, the two storey home retains its original four bedroom floorplan, with a host of enhancements over the decades to open out the layout and cater for modern family functionality. Most recent updates include a stylish well appointed kitchen with a central island bench, walk in pantry, Bosch appliances including a gas cooktop and Miele dishwasher. The main bedroom’s floor to ceiling tiled ensuite features a walk in dual head shower, heated towel rail and bidet/WC, while the main bathroom has a spa bath and also a bidet/WC. Additional features include plantation shutters, new flooring, a ‘Crimsafe’ security awning at the front, plus a security alarm system. There is an undercover alfresco entertaining zone that looks out over the lovely, landscaped rear gardens, with established trees including a lemon and a fig. Adding to the home’s unique charm and character, there is also a former ‘observatory’ in the garden, which is now used as a workshop/shed, but once housed a high powered telescope and was the gathering place for local amateur astronomers. Set behind automated gates, with secure off street and undercover parking for four vehicles, the former garage has been converted to a self contained studio, with shower ensuite and kitchenette. This outstanding family friendly beachside neighbourhood is a short walk to the foreshore, Hampton Street cafes, Brighton Beach and Hampton stations, and leading schools including St. Leonard’s and Haileybury College.