Benton, at 34 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong, is scheduled to be auctioned on May 11 with $4.3m to $4.5m price hopes.

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It’s very few people who are lucky enough to count Geelong’s prized Eastern Beach Rd as their address.

But one more will soon join their number with the listing of ‘Benton’, a beautifully restored 1880 terrace house overlooking Corio Bay.

From its elevated position directly opposite the Eastern Beach Reserve, the timeless classic capitalises on impressive north-facing views across the You Yangs and beyond.

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This, together with a meticulous renovation by the previous owners, makes 34 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong, one of the city’s finest pieces of real estate, according to McGrath listing agent David Cortous.

“Obviously it’s positioned in one of Geelong’s best streets … there is only very limited houses on our waterfront and especially on Eastern Beach Rd,” Mr Cortous said.

“Then you have the history of the home, being a terrace, being that original home with those features and the way it has been restored and renovated in keeping with the essence of the property.

“With the mix of both heritage and modern out the back, it ties brilliantly together.”

The elegant formal living room has water views.

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The view over Eastern Beach from the first floor balcony.

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The rear living zone flows out to a private courtyard garden.

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From the masterfully restored tuck-point brickwork that adorns the exterior to the ornate cornicing, decorative archways and sweeping interior staircase, the home’s history is celebrated at every turn.

Nowhere is this more apparent than in the front formal lounge and dining rooms, where high ceilings, original marble fireplaces and mirrors and carefully sourced feature lighting create a sense of grandeur.

The sympathetic renovation introduces elegant contemporary spaces into the mix, with an internal courtyard marking the transition to a spacious open-plan kitchen, living and dining room at the rear. This informal zone has raked ceilings and polished concrete floors (with underfloor heating), while the kitchen is fitted with a Falcon oven and deep island bench topped with Carrara marble.

A Falcon stove has pride of place in the kitchen.

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The formal living rooms have a timeless elegance.

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There’s even a bay glimpse from the internal courtyard.

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Floor-to-ceiling marble and also adds a lavish touch to the two well-appointed bathrooms, both with double vanities, positioned upstairs in the sleeping quarters.

The main bedroom is a showstopper where you can wake up every day to spectacular bay views, best enjoyed from the private balcony.

Those who work from home can take advantage of a dedicated study space located downstairs opposite the courtyard, which provides the perfect spot for a morning coffee break.

Balcony access is a highlight of the main bedroom.

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The rear courtyard leads to a double garage.

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Both bathrooms have double vanities.

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One of the great attractions of this location – second to the views – is the ability to walk to so many of Geelong’s favourite hangouts.

The Eastern Beach baths and promenade and the Royal Geelong Yacht Club are just over the road, with Eastern Gardens and CBD restaurants just a little further afield.

Park the cars in the rear double garage and explore on foot.

Mr Cortous has scheduled the auction of 34 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong for May 11 at 11am. Price hopes are $4.3m to $4.5m.