The last Victorian mansion on Brighton s golden mile

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Bonleigh The last Victorian mansion on Brighton s golden mile Steeped in history & filled with charm One of Brighton s first homes

Bonleigh is a historically significant beachside mansion perfectly located in an exclusive enclave on Brighton s Golden Mile.

Smith, in 1860 and recorded as one of Brighton s first homes, every room has been carefully restored and enhanced with subtle

Listed on the University of Melbourne s database of Melbourne Mansions, the property once sat on 5 acres of grounds in 1851 and

1 Bonleigh The last Victorian mansion on Brighton s golden mile Steeped in history & filled with charm One of Brighton s first homes Prestiges golden mile address Self-contained guest level Heated pool & spa 2 kitchens plus butler s pantry Roof-top viewing area Bonleigh is a historically significant beachside mansion perfectly located in an exclusive enclave on Brighton s Golden Mile. Designed by the architect of the Supreme Court of Victoria, A.L. Smith, in 1860 and recorded as one of Brighton s first homes, every room has been carefully restored and enhanced with subtle contemporary features. Listed on the University of Melbourne s database of Melbourne Mansions, the property once sat on 5 acres of grounds in 1851 and was part of the initial crown grant in the formation of Victoria. For more information or to arrange an inspection please call Nicolette van Wijngaarden M P or E nicolette@uniqueestates.com.au Website Price $6 million sqm luxury properties

There are two magnificent light-filled dining and living rooms on either side of large impressive entrance hall.

Upstairs there are two bedroom wings, one incorporating a small kitchen, 2 bedrooms; a bathroom with its own private entry and a large covered veranda overlooking the pool and flowering gardens below.

From this wing there is access to the Westerly colonnaded terrace facing the bay and a rooftop viewing deck.

2 There are two magnificent light-filled dining and living rooms on either side of large impressive entrance hall. Also on this level is a large office; a combined kitchen family room area which opens on to the gardens and an exquisitely tiled pool shaded by a rare old Chinese Ginko tree. Upstairs there are two bedroom wings, one incorporating a small kitchen, 2 bedrooms; a bathroom with its own private entry and a large covered veranda overlooking the pool and flowering gardens below. The second bedroom wing includes a large master suite with open plan en suite and dressing room beside two guest bedrooms and another bathroom. From this wing there is access to the Westerly colonnaded terrace facing the bay and a rooftop viewing deck. Wonderful features of Bonleigh include a soaring nine-metre high entry foyer; leadlight crests; classic French doors and marble fireplaces; Regency-style chandeliers; carefully sourced antique lights and fittings; a magnificent cedar staircase; remote-control architectural gates; back to base closed-circuit TV security system; hydronic heating; reverse cycle air-conditioning; three car spaces with automatic awnings; a poolside powder room and a cellar and butler s pantry. Combined with a world class address just metres from direct beach access, private schools and nearby shops the lifestyle this location offers is second to none and an inspection of this beautiful home is highly recommended. For more information visit To arrange an viewing please call Nicolette van Wijngaarden at Unique Estates on +61 (0) luxury properties

PROPERTY FACT SHEET Aspect: Westerly Views: Ocean - Panoramic bay views Height above sea level: 7 (at house site) Coordinates: 37 53 47.91 S 144 59 14.

7 PROPERTY FACT SHEET Aspect: Westerly Views: Ocean - Panoramic bay views Height above sea level: 7 (at house site) Coordinates: S E Zoning: Residential Construction: Hand-made brick and cement render with solid bluestone foundation House Size: 70 squares Guest House: Self-contained level perfect for guest or staff accommodation with separate entrance, washing machine & dryer Age: 154 years (1860) Renovated: Extensively Pool: 65,000-litre heated pool Spa: Yes Water Supply: Power: Sewer / Septic: Mains Grid Mains Near Schools: Within 1-3km St Leonards College, Brighton; Brighton Grammar School, Brighton; Xavier College, Brighton Beach; Star of the Sea, Brighton; Haileybury College, Brighton; Firbank, Brighton; Wesley College, Elsternwick; Sacred Heart Primary, Sandringham Within 4-6km Melbourne Grammar School, Domain; St Michaels Grammar School, St Kilda; Kilvington Girls Grammar, Ormond; Caulfield Grammar, Caulfield; Shelford Girls Grammar; Christian Brothers College, St Kilda; Wesley College, St Kilda; Melbourne Girls Grammar Nearest University: Monash University, Carlton; Victoria University, Melbourne; RMIT, Melbourne; Swinburne, Melbourne

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9 2 BONLEIGH AVENUE, BRIGHTON, VIC 3186 Boundary is approximate area only Location Map Brunswick east kensington melbourne east melbourne Albert park toorak St Kilda bonleigh brighton

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