Rarely does such an inviting and enticing lifestyle property become available on the edge of Bay Street that offers modern family living, period detail and easy care low maintenance gardens. This picturesque three bedroom, two bathroom double fronted timber Californian Bungalow delivers all this and more.Modern in attitude yet retaining all its defining period features from high ceilings to open fireplaces, Baltic floorboards and beautiful stained glass and leadlight detail, the interiors are vibrant with natural light and functional for a busy family lifestyle. An elegant traditional sitting room complements a spacious open-plan living and dining zone with northern highlight windows and sliding doors to an all season entertaining deck kept cool in summer with a ceiling fan; while the dining zone is wrapped in picture windows bringing the streaming natural light from the north and east indoors. A long stone island with breakfast bar centres the kitchen that features Smeg and Miele appliances including an entertainer’s oven with six gas burners alongside considered storage.The main bedroom features comprehensive wardrobes and a stylish fully tiled ensuite with stone vanity and walk-in shower; while two further bedrooms are served in style by a spacious main bathroom with a floating stone vanity, freestanding bath and beautiful tiles.A host of additional features include remote gates to off-street parking for two cars, ducted heating, split system air conditioning and a concealed laundry.An exceptional debut for a family close to Brighton’s public and private schools or a low-maintenance lifestyle property for downsizers, this beautiful home is further enhanced by its fabulous walkability to Bay Street’s cafes, restaurants and cinema, train station and buses, the beachfront and Esplanade walking trails.