4 Fingal Court, Cape Schanck VIC 3939

Panoramic uninterrupted ocean views | Award-winning architectural design | Low-site-coverage on 1-acre estate | Bushfire overlay present | Active private sale The property’s primary competitive advantage is its elevated, unobstructed ocean panorama combined with an architecturally awarded two-storey form that places the living level above the treeline,a rare configuration in Cape Schanck’s coastal market. The 6% building coverage on a full acre leaves the natural setting dominant, which appeals to buyers seeking privacy and low-maintenance land without sacrificing views. The self-contained studio on the lower level adds functional flexibility for a home office or guest suite, making the house suitable for both permanent residence and high-end holiday use. It serves best a buyer who values design integrity and a protected outlook over proximity to town amenities. The bushfire overlay is the material risk, imposing construction and landscaping constraints that may affect insurance costs and future renovations. The property’s elevation and established native planting partially mitigate exposure, but a buyer should budget for a bushfire management plan. The lack of recent sales data and the wide price range between listing estimates signal an illiquid market segment,this is not a quick-turn property. The opportunity lies in holding for lifestyle use or as a long-term coastal retreat, given the scarcity of comparable view-and-design combinations in the National Estate. Use it as a primary residence for a design-conscious family or a premium weekend escape; do not expect short-term capital growth.