5/311 New Street, Brighton, Vic 3186

Secluded above a boutique complex of just five, this exceptional three-bedroom penthouse opens to an extraordinary sense of space, light and privacy, with house-size proportions, expansive interiors and multiple outdoor settings unfolding across the entire top floor.

Peacefully set well back from the street, the impressive dimensions are immediately apparent within the central living domain, where a waterfall island anchors the kitchen, while generous areas for relaxing and dining extend beyond without competing for space.

At either end, glazed doors draw the eye towards two terraces, bringing light deep into the interior and extending the living outdoors in different directions. One is broad and sun-filled, with ample room for al fresco dining and a barbecue; the other is north-facing, stretching beneath a slatted pergola for a quieter place to relax outdoors. Across the home, the changing colours of sunrise and sunset add another dimension to life above the rooftops.

Dark cabinetry and stone surfaces define the kitchen, with Bosch appliances including a 90cm oven, 5-burner gas cooktop, rangehood and dishwasher, while a deep walk-in pantry lined with shelving and cupboards adds a remarkable level of practical storage.

Set well apart from the social areas, the bedroom wing introduces a calmer, more private atmosphere. All three bedrooms are generously scaled, led by the substantial main suite with direct access to its own terrace. A skylit walk-through robe, comprehensively fitted with hanging space, drawers and shelving, leads through to an ensuite with twin vanities and an oversized shower. Two further bedrooms feature full walls of robes and share a sleek bathroom with bath and separate shower.

A separate laundry and powder room add to the home’s functionality, complemented by extensive storage throughout, zoned climate control and secure video intercom entry, plus two basement car spaces and a storage cage. Together, clearly defined zones, oversized bedrooms and a choice of outdoor areas create a level of completeness increasingly difficult to find in contemporary apartment living.

Moments from the beach, with Bay Street’s shopping, dining, cinemas and station close by, Church Street an easy stroll away and excellent schools nearby, the location captures the ease of Brighton living between the idyllic foreshore and vibrant village life.