There ain’t many things better in life than finding the person you want to build the foundations of a family with and then, shortly after, pouring your heart and cash into a home base.
Lakey Peterson is a former world champion number two who has been a force, as they say, in surfing ever since she started starting winning everything aged twelve and up, a legacy, maybe, of a mama that was was once listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the fastest spring swimmer.
Many years ago, and back when we made things, we flew Lakey to Mex to be tutored in the finest of black arts, small-wave airs, with the king of these sorta things, Filipe Toledo.
Lakey is married to the wonderful osteopath, Dr Thomas Allen, whose ability with manipulating bones and muscles and joints is only bettered by his skill in the Fantasy Surfer game.
Lakey and Thomas have now entered into the home base stage of their marriage, buying a stunning eight acres of pristine Victorian dirt out the back of Bells Beach there near Torquay.
The pair paid just shy of two mill Australian for the joint, 1.3 US or 4,083,578.80 New Israeli Shekels.
Much potential.
As explained in the listing,
Set on 3.58 hectares (8.8 acres) of natural beauty, this Bellbrae property offers the perfect balance of space, lifestyle, and coastal convenience. Tucked away along a long private driveway, the home is surrounded by wildlife -friendly kangaroos included – and is complete with old horse stables, poultry pens, and established outbuildings, making it ideal for hobby farming, horses, or a self-sufficient lifestyle.
With Bells Beach and Point Addis just moments from your doorstep, and only 10 minutes to both Torquay and Anglesea, you’ll enjoy all the benefits of rural living while remaining close to the Surf Coast’s world-class beaches, cafés, schools, and amenities. Horse trails, bike tracks, and walking paths weave through the surrounding landscape, offering endless opportunities for adventure. The residence itself has been thoughtfully extended and updated over the years to create a warm and functional family retreat.
Spacious dining and living zones provide room to entertain, while the kitchen-newly completed in 2025-features innovative space-saving cabinetry, a rebuilt Emilia LPG cooktop with electric oven, and a brand-new Bosch dishwasher. A walk-in pantry and unique Wathaurong glass splashback add both style and practicality. Other highlights include: • Expansive extension with lounge, dining, and dedicated wine storage room. • Wood heater with water jacket connected to the solar/electric hot water system. Split System Air Con to Main Living Room • Shower room renovated with underfloor heating, skylight, and Wathaurong glass features. • Garage/workshop, pergola roof, and extensive vegetable gardens with old fruit trees.
This rare Bellbrae holding combines a relaxed rural lifestyle with coastal convenience – whether you’re seeking a private retreat, room for animals, or a sustainable way of living.
It is a choice that sets the very in-love pair up for a life that may veer dangerously close to perfection. Notes of McCartney-Eastman on Mull of Kintyre etc.
