This Australian Beach House Is Worth the 20-Hour Flight

What wouldn’t you give to be in Australia right now? I’ve been stomping around in my slushed-up wellingtons for the past couple days, and seeing that the weather is a high of 30˚C in Victoria — where this luxurious beach house by OLA Studio is located — makes me want to jump into the Pacific and swim over. Take a look at this spectacular view.

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The exclusive dwelling is perched in a quiet pocket of the Mornington Peninsular region. Upon first approach, it looks robust — aptly so — in order to withstand the weather challenges of its coastal environment.

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The façade is covered with timber shutters that open and close to protect glass windows when needed, making this a functional home all year round. When opened, the shutters can be manipulated to frame the desired view and various levels of natural light.

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Making use of the natural landscape, the home projects an effortlessness that suits the Australian coastal lifestyle.

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The finely considered detail on the inside (you’ve got to love the statement fireplace and stacks of firewood) evokes a space that would flatter the modern man on his down time.

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Of course, there’s also a private pool, on the off chance you’d prefer to skip the waves.

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Photography: Manos Mavridis / Ola Studio