‘Old-world feel’: Brand-new coastal manor inspired by history
Offering splendid views across Port Phillip Bay, Barrington is designed to bring a touch of upper-class English seaside charm to the Mornington Peninsula.
If you’re looking to purchase an English-style seaside manor on the Mornington Peninsula that’s both exceedingly charming and fabulously luxurious, you may just be in luck.
‘Barrington’ at 34 Morell St in Mornington is brand new and never been lived in, but that isn’t immediately obvious; you could be forgiven for thinking this is a freshly renovated home built decades ago.
“It was always designed to be like a seaside manor and it feels quite English when you’re there,” said builder and owner Steve Cahill of Cahill Building Group. “A lot of people have walked in and thought that it was a top-notch renovation.”
“It just has an old-world feel and elements that you don’t find in new builds anymore. But it also oozes a relaxed luxury holiday vibe, as opposed to being something that’s too precious.”
It’s the details that imbue this five-bedroom, five-bathroom home with character, from the slate roof, copper gutters and downpipes, to the grey-brick walls, interior wall panelling, tessellated tiles and the classic timber sash windows.
“It feels like it’s been there for decades,” added agent Alex Corradi at Danckert Real Estate Mount Martha. “And like the house, the garden is also about 12 months old, but has quite mature plants, so it feels as though it’s been there for a long time.”
Perched on a private and elevated 1,038sqm block just off sought-after Beleura Hill and a 10-minute stroll from Mills Beach, Barrington boasts stunning views of Port Phillip Bay from both levels.
“Everywhere you go in the house, you feel connected to the bay and to the water,” said Mr Cahill. “You always know that you’re in a seaside location.”
Embodying the imagination and creativity of Kate Walker Design, the grand home opens to an impressive entrance hall lit by a stunning double-storey window that leads to a large open plan living and dining area.
This sumptuous heart of the home features a two-way fireplace, a curved bay window looking out to the gardens, and French doors opening to a covered alfresco terrace, heated pool, spa, sun deck, and barbecue enclave nestled among landscaped gardens.
The property also offers a billiard room with bar and fireplace, plus ground-floor guest accommodation with an ensuite, kitchenette and separate entrance ideal for au pairs or extended family.
Upstairs, a fireside master retreat provides a vast dressing room, marble ensuite, two bay-facing balconies and even a dedicated coffee room.
The interiors are an extension of the home’s vintage-inspired facade, featuring oak floors, Ralph Lauren chandeliers, subtle marble accents, and artistic craftsmanship that aims to satisfy upper-class expectations.
Additional features include a brass and marble kitchen equipped with ILVE and Liebherr appliances, underfloor heating, an internal lift, solar power, an alarm and CCTV system, intercom entry, and a triple car garage with gated entry.
Listed for $7,950,000, Mr Corradi said the home was piquing the interest of affluent Melbourne buyers.
He said Barrington was designed for those looking to move to the area permanently without having the maintenance of a big block, or those seeking a luxurious holiday home by the sea – where they can set the temperature before they even leave the city.
“It caters to both sets of buyers,” said Mr Corradi. “And what’s different about this property versus other luxury homes at this price point, is that Barrington does actually feel like a home.”