BLACK ROCK
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THE AREA
The living is good in Black Rock. With its charming shopping village, palatial homes and dazzling oceanfront views, this enchanting beachside neighbourhood feels more like a holiday getaway than a city suburb. Once a holiday resort for the wealthy, now an attractive sea change that comes complete with all of the amenities of the city.
Lifestyle
One thing’s for sure – Black Rock is a beauty. Home to the kind of city beaches that give Sydney a run for its money, this picturesque neighbourhood has been providing wealthy Melburnians with a welcome sea change for generations. Located just 18 kilometres from the bright lights of the CBD, this little slice of coastal paradise feels like it’s worlds away from the chaos of modern life. But, luckily for us city folk, it still offers all the amenities and a premium location.
This charming suburb is all about lifestyle. Equal parts laid-back and affluent, Black Rock Village features an ever-growing roster of trendy cafés and chic boutiques. Indeed, brunch is taken rather seriously here, and foodies can be seen making the trek from across the city to sample the fine local wares. But the real drawcard is the beauty of the natural surroundings.
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One thing’s for sure – Black Rock is a beauty. Home to the kind of city beaches that give Sydney a run for its money, this picturesque neighbourhood has been providing wealthy Melburnians with a welcome sea change for generations. Located just 18 kilometres from the bright lights of the CBD, this little slice of coastal paradise feels like it’s worlds away from the chaos of modern life. But, luckily for us city folk, it still offers all the amenities and a premium location.
This charming suburb is all about lifestyle. Equal parts laid-back and affluent, Black Rock Village features an ever-growing roster of trendy cafés and chic boutiques. Indeed, brunch is taken rather seriously here, and foodies can be seen making the trek from across the city to sample the fine local wares. But the real drawcard is the beauty of the natural surroundings.
The crystal-clear waters of Black Rock’s scenic Half Moon Bay are home to the wreck of colonial naval vessel HMVS Cerberus, making what is one of Melbourne’s finest beaches also its most historically significant. The burnt orange-hued Red Bluff and the numerous wildlife reserves that wind from the shoreline through to the town centre are equally awe-inspiring. It’s enough to make you forget that Black Rock is the proud owner of an urban postcode.
Neighbours
With its stunning beachfront and low-key brand of affluence, Black Rock is the stuff family dreams are made of. Established Melbourne clans who want a taste of the great outdoors (accompanied by that fresh salty air) have been calling this seaside suburb home for generations. As well as possessing that all-important space to grow, Block Rock residents are spoilt for choice with Bayside’s impressive roster of elite schools and facilities on offer.
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With its stunning beachfront and low-key brand of affluence, Black Rock is the stuff family dreams are made of. Established Melbourne clans who want a taste of the great outdoors (accompanied by that fresh salty air) have been calling this seaside suburb home for generations. As well as possessing that all-important space to grow, Block Rock residents are spoilt for choice with Bayside’s impressive roster of elite schools and facilities on offer.
Wealthy professionals and retirees are equally enthralled by this chic neighbourhood’s warmth, style and beauty coupled with convenience. It seems no one can resist the winning combination of natural splendour and city convenience.
Area features
EATING OUT
Black Rock’s ever-growing roster of hip cafés and restaurants are making this charming neighbourhood more than just a beachside destination.
HALF MOON BAY
Come summertime (or any time, really) locals and visitors alike flock to Half Moon Bay to while away their time – it’s a likely contender for the title of ‘Melbourne’s best beach’.
RED BLUFF
The standout feature of Black Rock’s beautiful shoreline is Red Bluff, a photogenic, and imposing burnt orange cliff face that’s coloured by oxidised iron. Not only is it a fun spot to explore, it is the perfect backdrop to many gorgeous photoshoots.
BEACHFRONT MANSIONS
Homes are as spacious as they are stylish and come accompanied by spectacular ocean views. Luxe modern estates, beautiful Victorian and Edwardian period homes can be found in Black Rock’s leafy backstreets, all sitting alongside a growing number of sleek new apartment blocks.
