8 Hawsleigh Avenue

Balaclava VIC 3183

If youre looking for a home thats unlike any others on the market, this classic Californian Bungalow has been beautifully transformed to create an oasis of contemporary style. From the moment you enter the original front section of the home, peacefully set back from the street in a prized treelined cul-de-sac, youll immediately get a sense of the seamless integration between the old & new. The inviting entrance hallway with rich timber flooring & an alluring easy interior flow, delivers a main bedroom with built-in robes & stylish ensuite, two additional bedrooms (one with cleverly designed built-in furniture/cabinetry) & a stunning skylit central bathroom with freestanding bath, shower, heated towel rail & powder room. The homes architectural centrepiece awaits at the rear - a stunning open plan living & dining zone flooded with abundant natural light. Polished concrete floors, bespoke cabinetry, designer lighting & a custom entertainers bar with dual integrated bar fridges elevate the space to a new level of sophistication. This breathtaking space is wrapped in full height stacker doors that successfully dissolve the boundaries between indoors & out, opening to a blissfully private alfresco sanctuary. Relax or entertain with an expansive covered deck, built-in BBQ, wood fireplace, putting green, basketball hoop & a striking pool (gas/solar heated) all framed in lush greenery. Adding to the allure is a gourmet kitchen & butlers pantry with a suite of premium European appliances (including double V-ZUG oven, Bora induction cooktop & dishwasher) complemented by sleek Corian surfaces & generous storage. Completing the home is a dedicated study, custom fitted laundry & a versatile externally accessed rear space - perfect as a home office, additional bedroom or kids retreat with its own ensuite.
Other features include hydronic heating/air conditioning, irrigation, auto blinds, in-floor heating in living area & a carriage way giving you easy access to off street parking for one car. Conveniently located just moments from the Cosmopolitan Carlisle Street with vibrant shops & cafes, a choice of transport options, close to well regarded schools, parklands & a short drive to the beach.