A grand seaside mansion overlooking magical Mills Beach and the azure waters of Port Phillip Bay, Brixham-on-Sea represents an important piece of local history and a fine example of a Neo-Tudor...
A grand seaside mansion overlooking magical Mills Beach and the azure waters of Port Phillip Bay, Brixham-on-Sea represents an important piece of local history and a fine example of a Neo-Tudor English villa set among 1,438sqm of magnificent gardens complete with a swimming pool and large triple garage.
Dating back to 1918, the heritage listed property is significant within the Mornington Peninsula for its long association with Mornington MLA Alfred Kirton, who was known across the peninsula for his work on behalf of rural interests.
Kirton purchased the property, then known as `Wilburton from Mrs Clara Cole in 1930 and work on the magnificent clinker brick residence began under architect Leonard J Flannagan soon after.
Both immaculately maintained and sensitively modernised to today offer the epitome of luxurious seaside living the house is as it was externally during Kirton and his familys tenure, representing the style used for the substantial `summer houses built in Mornington during the late 1930s.
The stunning gardens of clipped hedges, roses and stately palm trees, covering some 1438sqm (approx.), are also of local importance for their representation of this era of landscaping and the setting they provide for the house.
Beyond a grand portico incorporating lovely original timber fretwork, 10 foot ceilings to the foyer lend immediate grandeur, while beautiful windows frame the glorious outlook from the formal lounge with marble fireplace and dining room that extends to a garden patio perfect for elegant summer soirées.
There is also a separate family meals room and modernised kitchen with marble benchtops, abundant storage and impressive Paul Bocuse Rosieres freestanding oven.
A second long lounge with fireplace offers a wonderful winter retreat, while a large games room with parquetry flooring overlooks the inground pool. A shower room and laundry completes the lower level.
A magnificent timber panelled staircase transports you upstairs to the bedrooms and superb main bathroom with feature freestanding bath. Taking in stunning views across the water and back towards Mornington township, the sumptuous master bedroom features a truly indulgent fitted dressing room, while 3 large and gracious family bedrooms take in water or garden views.
Additional appointments include a powder room, security system and remote gate entry to the triple garage via Herbert St.
