The Loft House - McCrae

Elevating coastal escapes to soaring new heights, this jaw-dropping New York loft-inspired hinterlands haven with swimming pool, spa and sauna has been cleverly melded into the foothills of Arthurs Seat to capture panoramic views across Port Phillip Bay.

A masterpiece of contemporary design impressing at every turn with jutting angles, state-of-the-art accoutrements and multilevel wings revealing an array of living zones and alfresco areas, the sprawling 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence has been oriented to encircle the poolside-entertaining area and harness sparkling bay and coastal views throughout.

Cascading over three levels, the house is anchored by a concrete kitchen with a suite of high-end appliances and bifold windows to an alfresco bar adjoining a luxe living area with a second lounge downstairs, while a suspended cinema provides the perfect space to keep the kids entertained as you pop the Prosecco in the sunset balcony and watch the ships glide by.

A poolside barbecue kitchen, beer fridge and pizza oven provide resort-style amenities for cooking at home in between exploring the surrounding restaurants and award-winning wineries from this opulent oasis, which is moments to the bay beach and a short zip to surf breaks, golf courses, hot springs and horse-riding trails.

At the apex of the tri-storey residence, a large master bedroom with king bed and balcony enjoys shimmering water views and direct access via the luxe ensuite to the central deck and cedar-barrel sauna with huge porthole window gazing out across the bay.

Ideal for exceptional dual family getaways for groups of up to 12 people, an interconnecting two-bedroom apartment in the rear of the accommodation boasts its own bathroom, kitchenette, living area, dining zone and balcony to dine outdoors before slipping into the spa for a moonlight soak.