5 Cottage Court

Are there enough superlatives to fully describe staying at this totally unique award-winning home? Incredible, fantastic and unbelievable are used all the time! This is a just a small selection of comments from our latest guests.... "The 360 degree views are nothing short of amazing" "This is a fantastically beautiful place. If you like interesting design and architecture the Seagull house fits the bill" "This property and surrounds were the perfect antidote for the nonsense of modern life. We could not recommend it highly enough" "Incredible views, peaceful accommodation. We saw many birds and the sunset was absolutely spectacular" "Incredible place with astonishing views and peace and quiet. Photos don't do the views justice" "This place is fabulous. The location and views are unbelievable, and the serenity was just what we were looking for" "The perfect location to explore both Wilson's Promontory and Gippsland" A multi award winning home, 'The Seagull House' was designed by renowned Architect Holan Joubert, to capture sweeping views of the spectacular South Gippsland coastline. From Inverloch to Venus Bay, Walkerville, Waratah Bay, Sandy Point and Wilsons Promontory and beyond. Sitting on coastal Walkerville land, in a tightly held, low density court, just a short drive to Walkerville Beach, the property is paired down to essentials but incorporating every modern luxury. Floor to ceiling double glazed windows look out over the serene eucalypt forest of Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, the ever-changing ocean of Waratah Bay, world famous Wilsons Prom', the rolling green hills of the Hoddle Ranges and the distant wind turbines at Tarwin Lower. When you can tear your eyes away from the views, the living area incorporates a simple functional kitchen, set around a long blackwood bench with an intimate dining and sitting area and cantilevered deck accessed by sliding doors, designed for long slow evenings with good friends, wine and stunning sunsets. Tilt and turn windows are positioned to capture the sea breezes, while a split system aircon' unit and fan provide further heating and cooling as required. The 1st floor, holds 2 light and airy bedrooms and a roomy bathroom, again cooled by sea breezes and warmed with electric heaters. The laundry and additional storage are located on the ground floor at the base of the sculptural stairs. In the 1.25h (approx) rolling grounds, a feature dam fringed with reeds, ensures you are lulled to sleep by the sound of frogs. A large lockable storage shed provides storage for beach and sailing gear. 3x 10,000L rainwater tanks provide the house water and new instantiations hot water system ensures hot water for all your guests. The Seagull House is located just under 7 mins from Walkerville Beach, 14 minutes to Fish Creek, 20 Minutes to the shops at Tarwin Lower and 24 minutes to Venus Bay, and 2.5 hours drive from central Melbourne. This property is unique in Australia and offers the astute buyer a easy care, low maintenance escape from busy professional living on acreage in a prime coastal location. We recommend booking your inspection as soon as possible Important. Inspections are by private appointment only, unless otherwise advertised NO casual drive ups as the owners and their guests are often in residence. *All comments quoted above are from guests who've stayed at the Seagull House in the last 2 years from verified Airbnb reviews. Call Julia Merrington from Merrington Real Estate 0488 696 434 to book your inspection. Note: Live video inspections on Facetime or WhatsApp are also available by appointment.