214 Were Street
Brighton East

A distinguished solid-brick residence, this home has been thoughtfully updated to suit contemporary entertaining, all while retaining its timeless elegance. Set high within formal landscaped gardens, it offers refined living paired with generous modern spaces designed for family life. With a classic floorplan comprising four bedrooms plus a study and two bathrooms, the home includes an impressive master suite featuring an ensuite and dual wardrobes. The layout flows effortlessly from a sunlit formal lounge through to a vast open-plan living and dining area with a skylit gas fireplace, all seamlessly connected to a fan-cooled alfresco zone via corner bi-fold doors that open without interruption.

Rich in original character, the home showcases exquisite period features such as ornate Deco ceilings, striking leadlight windows, and unique hallway seating. It also boasts high-end contemporary finishes, including ducted heating and reverse-cycle air conditioning, ducted vacuum, and integrated sound throughout. Designed by a professional entertainer, the main kitchen features Bosch appliances and granite finishes, complemented by a state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen and an oversized laundry that doubles as a second kitchen, complete with additional appliances ideal for catering.

Outdoors, the blend of classic charm and modern functionality continues with a fully-tiled, glass-fenced pool accompanied by an outdoor shower, and a double carport with an adjoining workshop. Positioned just behind St. Leonard’s College, with direct access to Brighton school buses and train stations nearby, and moments from parks and the golf course, this is an exceptional residence perfectly tailored to modern family living, set in one of the area’s most coveted locations.