17 Cakebread Rd, Encounter Bay is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 508m2 and floor size of 158m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2026. There are other 3 bedroom House sold in Encounter Bay in the last 12 months.
Positioned in the elevated pocket of Encounter Bay, just 300 metres from the shoreline, this architecturally designed residence delivers a seamless blend of thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship and sweeping coastal outlooks. Designed by John Diekman and master built by Des Edwards, the home captures an effortless sense of style, space and relaxed seaside living.
Upstairs, the home truly comes to life. The main living area is bathed in natural light, framed by elevated views stretching from The Bluff across to Granite Island, with Port Elliot visible in the distance. High ceilings and Tasmanian oak floorboards enhance the sense of space, while large openings connect seamlessly to the balcony, inviting the outdoors in.
The kitchen is both stylish and highly functional, featuring Caesarstone benchtops, generous storage, ample preparation space, and gas cooktop that makes for a clean, streamlined finish. Whether entertaining or enjoying quiet evenings at home, this space is designed to perform.
The master suite is also positioned on this level, taking full advantage of the outlook. Complete with built-in robe and convenient access to a two-way bathroom, it offers both comfort and privacy within the home’s upper retreat.
Step outside onto the balcony to take in the ever-changing coastal landscape — the perfect setting for a morning coffee or an evening wine as the sun sets across the horizon.
The lower floor offers comfortable accommodation with two well-sized bedrooms, each complete with built-in robes, exterior access & are serviced by a central bathroom. A cleverly designed laundry is also positioned on this level, with the ability to be neatly concealed behind bi-fold doors. Additionally, you'll find a single garage with electric roller door, that has space to fit your vehicle or small boat, along with an additional storage room, enhances the overall functionality of the home.
Surrounded by easy-care landscaped gardens, the property has been designed with low maintenance living in mind, making it equally suited as a permanent residence or a lock-up-and-leave holiday escape. A fire pit area adds to the outdoor appeal, creating a space to gather and unwind year-round.
With the beachfront, Whalers Inn and Yilki Store all just a short distance away, this is a home that perfectly balances lifestyle and location — offering a refined coastal retreat with nothing left to do but simply enjoy.
Contact Team Heaslip today for more information and inspection times:
Ben Heaslip 0439 860 891 | ben.heaslip@screalty.com.au
Isabella Maclay-Ross 0403 595 784 | isabella.maclayross@screalty.com.au
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The size of Encounter Bay is approximately 6.6 square kilometres. It has 37 parks covering nearly 11.3% of total area. The population of Encounter Bay in 2016 was 4901 people. By 2021 the population was 5305 showing a population growth of 8.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Encounter Bay is 70-79 years. Households in Encounter Bay are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Encounter Bay work in a community and personal service occupation.In 2021, 79.20% of the homes in Encounter Bay were owner-occupied compared with 76.80% in 2016.
Encounter Bay has 4,185 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Encounter Bay have seen a 71.34% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 65.52% increase. As at 31 March 2026:
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