Head north on the Bay Trail and you’ll happen upon the sun-kissed shores of Elwood Beach. Home to a plethora of amenities, eateries and landmarks, this lively hub is a destination for outdoor activity and beachfront dining. Stop in at Elwood Bathers, where a sunny terrace provides the perfect setting for long lunches or afternoon drinks complete with uninterrupted bay views. A little further up the trail, the iconic Point Ormond Lookout is Elwood’s ultimate sunset spot – pack a picnic, find a spot on the hill and admire sweeping vistas of the city, sea and sky.
Turn left at the Bay Trail and you’ll met with a plethora of beachfront landmarks – each one contributing to Brighton’s historic charm and invigorating beachside lifestyle. The first stop is the Royal Brighton Yacht Club, which overlooks Middle Brighton Pier and the marina, and is one of Melbourne’s most prestigious boating establishments. From here, you’re steps to the Brighton Baths, home to a heritage-listed tidal pool along with a health club, kiosk and fine dining restaurant. Just a little further south, Brighton’s main beach beckons you with its kaleidoscopic Victorian bathing boxes and pristine, sandy shore.
A playground for sensory indulgence and culinary excellence, Brighton is famous for its exceptional cafes, restaurants and bars. A stone’s throw to the precinct’s best dining strips, No.9 North residents will have everything they could ever crave close at hand – whether it’s a round of oysters at Elwood Bathers, freshly made fettuccine at Aromi, wood fired pizza at Cucina Co or gourmet pub classics at Half Moon. Even closer to home, North Point Cafe is a long-standing local treasure and the ultimate coffee pitstop on your morning stroll.
An innately stylish neighbourhood, Brighton has cemented its place as one of Melbourne’s premier retail districts – a major achievement in a city famous for its shopping. The undeniable fashion capital of bayside, Church Street is home to an unrivalled collection of designer boutiques, well-loved local retailers and luxury beauty emporiums – all just 5 minutes from No.9 North. This commitment to quality is also reflected in the suburb’s covetable array of grocery stores, where fine food providores meet artisanal bakeries and the most premium fresh fruiterers. Here, style is more than a word, but a feeling.
Fostering an idyllic outdoor lifestyle, the beauty of Brighton extends beyond the beach to its parks, sporting clubs and recreational amenities. Less than a minute from No.9 North, the lush expanses of North Road Foreshore Reserve will become like a second backyard for residents, where shady picnic spots and a playground are surrounded by spectacular views of the bay. When it comes to weekend sport, golfers are well and truly catered for with Brighton’s well-equipped golf club, while tennis lovers have the choice of over eight local tennis clubs.