32 North Road

Inspections Strictly By Appointment. Please contact Todd Newton 0412 568 313 Designed by the revered modernist architect Guilford Bell, Seccull House (1972) is widely regarded as the architect's most important residential work. Set across an extraordinary 2,100sqm allotment in blue-chip Brighton, this five-bedroom, single-level residence exists not merely as a home, but as a curated architectural artwork a masterful expression of mid-century modernism whose relevance has only deepened with time. The property is proudly listed on the Victorian Heritage Register, a rare distinction for a modernist residence. Privately positioned and moments from the beach, elite schools and village shopping, the house reveals itself with gallery-like composure. A sensitive and intelligent contemporary evolution has elevated the residence to today's standards of luxury and performance, while preserving the original geometry, purity of line and striking symmetry that define Bell's vision. Volumes are generous yet disciplined. Soaring ceilings and monumental picture windows act as deliberate apertures, framing the landscaped gardens as living artworks and drawing natural light deep into the interior. The result is a home that feels simultaneously expansive and serenean architecture of calm, balance and restraint. At its centre, an elegant Corian kitchen with integrated Miele appliances anchors the home. It adjoins a relaxed dining zone and connects via concealed doors to a formal dining room, allowing the residence to transition effortlessly between intimate daily living and refined entertaining. Two distinct living rooms, formal and informal, extend seamlessly to the pool terrace and outdoor entertaining areas, reinforcing the home's continual dialogue with its landscape. Accommodation is arranged with the precision of a private pavilion. Three bedrooms each enjoy a private en-suite, walk-in robe and direct access to a secluded courtyard individual retreats in their own right. The rear wing is devoted to the master suite: an expansive sanctuary featuring dual walk-in robes and a lavish marble en-suite with sunken bath and double shower. A light-filled study with bespoke joinery adjoins, while a further multipurpose room beyond offers flexibility as a guest suite, studio or gym. Everyday function has been elevated with equal care. An updated laundry with drying cupboard, a purpose-designed mud room and abundant integrated storage ensure the home's beauty is matched by effortless liveability. Technologically and environmentally, the residence is comprehensively future-ready, incorporating a fully automated C-Bus system, zoned Sonos audio, automated blinds, hydronic heating, zoned reverse-cycle air conditioning, solar power, full security with surveillance and keyless entry, irrigation and substantial water storage. The grounds are nothing short of estate-scale. Recreational amenities include a solar and gas-heated in-ground pool, Olympic-sized in-ground trampoline, golf putting green and practice cage and expansive manicured north and south lawns each element carefully positioned to preserve the integrity of the architecture. A triple garage with additional on-site parking completes the offering. Seccull House stands as a rare home of enduring cultural, architectural and lifestyle significance.