57 Cliff Street

St Leonards VIC 3223

Nestled at the quiet edge of Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve, Samphire House is a rare, hand-crafted sanctuary where thoughtful sustainability meets effortless coastal living. This enchanting three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence bathes in northern light, its 4.5 kW solar array and passive design delivering near-silent comfort and whisper-low bills year-round. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame protected saltmarsh and native treetops from every bedroom, while the open-plan heart of the home warmed by a Pyroclassic wood heater flows seamlessly to a vine-draped pergola and the celebrated Mozzie Room, your insect-free outdoor living room. Upstairs, a private self-contained studio with ensuite, kitchenette, deck overlooking the wetlands and access via an external staircase offers the perfect retreat for teenagers, guests or quiet reflection. This is sustainable design that doesn't compromise on beauty or joy it simply feels like home the moment you step inside.

Every detail has been chosen with care and conscience. Warm recycled messmate floors, FSC Australian cypress cladding that silvers gracefully with the sea air, double-glazed timber windows, high-performance Earthwool insulation and innovative phase-change materials work together to create a home that stays cool in summer and cosy in winter with almost no effort. Rainwater from a 13,000-litre tank is supplemented by Barwon Water when levels are low. The Sanden heat-pump hot water system can be programmed to run during the day, powered by the sun. The kitchen delights with induction cooking, an Asko dishwasher and a movable island bench crafted from reclaimed jarrah, while the Japanese soaker bath invites long, restorative evenings. Efficient Aerotron fans, LED lighting and a thermal chimney skylight complete a home that is as practical as it is peaceful low-maintenance, adaptable, and genuinely delightful to live in.

Backing directly onto the samphire-fringed lagoons of Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve, the 635 m allotment feels boundless. Ancient coastal banksias shade the front garden, espaliered fruit trees and a cheerful chook house bring daily harvests, and a hidden rear gate opens straight into the reserve's walking tracks. The secluded Edwards Point beach is an easy five-minute stroll away, with calm waters perfect for swimming or launching the kayak and nearby access to the coastal bike trail winding past the historic pier, and on to Indented Head, Portarlington and the daily ferry to Docklands.