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Overview
This remarkable beachside home at 12 Cygnet Court, Encounter Bay, offers a refined coastal lifestyle punctuated by breathtaking ocean views and thoughtful design. Spanning a 681 square metre low-maintenance allotment, the property combines contemporary comforts with unique aesthetic features that make it ideal for those seeking a relaxed yet sophisticated living environment.
The residence is distinguished by its distinctive multi-level layout, providing a first-floor carpeted retreat that caters elegantly to parents or guests. This space benefits from stunning vistas across the ocean, a walk-in robe, and a full bathroom equipped with a modern clawfoot bath, enhancing the sense of luxury and privacy.
Downstairs, three double bedrooms complement the home, with one bedroom featuring a walk-in wardrobe and another with built-in cabinetry, accommodating family needs flexibly. The interior merges natural timber textures, such as polished Jarrah flooring at the home's front, with durable epoxy surfaces, creating a balance between warmth and practicality.
The kitchen is both functional and stylish, featuring a custom-built recycled Jarrah island bench, an induction cooktop, a large 90cm oven tailored for entertaining, a dishwasher, and filtered water access. Its open design seamlessly connects to the lounge and dining spaces, which extend through glass sliding doors onto a wrap-around deck where the panoramic ocean outlook can be enjoyed.
A three-way family bathroom thoughtfully separates a double-bowl floating vanity, a dedicated shower room, and a separate toilet, complemented by ample storage with two linen presses nearby. Practicality is further enhanced by a well-appointed laundry with built-in storage and external access.
The home's design supports an indoor-outdoor flow, with French doors opening onto a rear entertaining area boasting a fire pit and landscaping set within a bluestone wall—perfect for hosting gatherings and enjoying coastal evenings. Cooling and comfort are assured throughout with ceiling fans and reverse-cycle split system air-conditioners in all living and bedroom areas.
Additional lifestyle amenities include an outdoor hot water shower to rinse sand or pets, an energy-efficient 6.6 kW solar system coupled with instant gas hot water, and comprehensive insulation ensuring year-round comfort. Parking is generous, with a lengthy concrete driveway leading to a three-bay garage/workshop fitted with remote access and power, plus four additional open car spaces to accommodate visitors or additional vehicles.
Conveniently located minutes from local attractions such as the boat ramp, Yilki Store, The Beach House Cafe, Bluff Jetty, and Whalers Seaside dining, the property is well positioned for both relaxation and active pursuits. This home appeals to those valuing an entertainer’s haven, a scenic retirement lifestyle, or a family residence with a strong connection to the coastal environment.
Local Market Insights
In Encounter Bay, Quiet Listings observed 28 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 61 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $848,884. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 80%, followed by land (10%), and townhouses (4%). South Coast Realty was the most active agency in this area, representing 65.8% of all new listings in the last 30 days. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
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Location
Encounter Bay SA 5211
Market Insights for Encounter Bay SA 5211
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