138 Franklin Road

This captivating new residence delivers space and light in abundance across a clever floorplan, and radiates a soothing ambience within its flawless interiors. Centred around a large covered alfresco alongside an inviting heated pool and spa, the low maintenance home provides a place of relaxation and easy living, either as a permanent residence or a sublime holiday escape. Meticulous attention to detail and superb design make it one of the first new homes to comply with the new Victorian Liveable Housing Design standard. Open the custom-built front door into a wide entrance hallway which leads through to an expansive lounge with a feature gas log fire and dining room alongside an elegant kitchen. Well-equipped and spacious, it's perfect for people who love to host, with a large island that has ample seating, 900mm Smeg electric oven and 6-burner gas cooktop, plus two integrated dishwashers including one in the butler's pantry, where you'll also find a wine cellar to complement the kitchen's wine fridge. This beautiful living zone flows out to the deck, to enjoy effortless entertaining and relaxed family get-togethers whatever the weather. At the front of the home, a generous main suite has a fitted walk-in robe/dressing room and a sanctuary-like ensuite with under-floor heating, large bath and a walk-in rainfall shower with skylight. A rear hallway leads to a large family room with built-in cabinetry, plus three spacious bedrooms all with built-in robes, and these are serviced by the family bathroom which replicates the style and features of the ensuite. This welcoming family home is completed by a powder room, a fitted laundry with garden access, and a double garage with mudroom and internal entry, along with numerous outstanding features including double glazing, dual-zoned ducted heating/cooling, engineered timber flooring and wool-blend carpets, fully insulated walls, heat-pump heated pool, gas heated spa, attic ladders, garden sprinkler system, expandable solar electric system, and solar hot water with electric backup. With bay and back beaches in easy walking distance, the central position provides a peaceful setting and the feel of seaside holidays, as well as easy proximity to golf courses, wineries, Portsea Hotel and stores, plus Sorrento shopping and eateries, and the Queenscliff ferry.