Method of sale
SOLD
Contact Mark Allan
02 9449 3777
0419 777500
Features
- Quiet, sought after location
- 5 minute walk to Balmoral Beach
- Approx. 830sqm North East aspect
- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
- Formal sitting room; separate dining
- Gourmet open plan kitchen
- Expansive, relaxed family room / meals area
- Large 2nd level lounge room
- Study/home office
- Sun-bathed solar heated pool
- Landscaped gardens & terrace
- Air conditioning, phone & fax,cable, broadband, hard-wired smoke detectors
- Auto DLUG/rear lane access
Description
Serenity Found
For the current owner of this beautiful home, serenity is certainly
what she and her family have found here. However, work commitments
mean they
are being relocated overseas…
… But that enables someone else to discover their own serenity in a magical
and coveted part of Sydney on the ‘Balmoral Slopes’.
Built in the 1920s, this elegant two-storey, double brick home has
been carefully and lovingly renovated throughout in a contemporary,
timeless,
international style. From the moment you enter, the quality, ambience
and sense of space are immediately evident. The cloak area, striking
staircase and large, free flowing rooms just hint at the enchantment
within.
The lower level lends itself to living and entertaining – either
on a relaxed or grand style. The formal sitting room is large and charming,
with a magnificent bay window overlooking the front, very private ‘secret’ garden
retreat.
And for those wanting or needing to work from home, the fully fitted
out study/home office leading from the sitting room provides the perfect
environment. Space and light are combined with cutting edge technology
including four phone and fax lines, ADSL and cable. Other features
include slim line built-in shelving, storage and filing cabinets and
a second,
matching bay window.
The large dining room completes the ‘formal’ part of the
home. Featuring a classic French chandelier, it is ideal for large
dinner parties, with enough space to seat 14 or more people comfortably.
Relaxed living
Beyond the dining room, you will discover the ‘heart’ of
the home; the more relaxed living areas. Open plan is an understatement:
The vast family room, casual meals area and island-style kitchen are
beautifully free flowing with an emphasis on space and light. The kitchen
is a gourmand’s delight, with high quality stainless steel appliances,
granite benches and masses of cupboard space. And expansive windows and
doors provide a perfect vantage point over the terrace and swimming pool – great
when you have young children or are entertaining.
The paved rear terrace / barbecue area (with in-built gas barbecue)
has a distinct resort-like feel. It’s very private, sun-bathed
and features an array of tropical and formal plantings, from palm trees,
hedges to Augusta Florida gardenias with masses of colour and perfume.
The home’s upper level provides a different zone altogether. Four
large bedrooms and a bathroom are located around a large family/lounge
area. The massive master suite is its own retreat, with ensuite, ‘his & hers’ built-ins
and a dressing area. Large windows maximise light, cross ventilation
and tranquil district and garden views.
The second double size bedroom also has access to a huge attic – excellent
for storage. And the other two bedrooms and full bathroom are ideal
for children, or are versatile enough to make the perfect, private
guest
suite for family, friends or a Nanny.
Flair and attention to detail
Every detail has been carefully considered in this home – from
the well-positioned windows and doors designed to maximise the outlook,
natural light and cross ventilation; the halogen lighting to highlight
artworks; masterfully created shadow lines and cornices; the rich-coloured
Jarrah timber flooring on the lower level; wool carpeting on the upper
level; UV protected windows; Italian tiles in the bathrooms; and neutral/classic
colour schemes. Add to that the air conditioning, hard-wired smoke
detectors, phone/fax lines and cabling throughout, and you have everything
covered.
A thousand miles from care
This is a delightful, free flowing home located on a long, wide block,
with two street entrances and very rare traffic. Friendly neighbours
abound, with many living here for decades. So imagine if you lived
here: a lush, ‘historical’ five minute walk to stunning Balmoral
Beach and its plethora of cosmopolitan restaurants and cafes; just two
blocks to Mosman Village; minutes to some of Sydney’s best private
and public schools; buses around the corner; a short drive to Taronga
Zoo; only six kilometres from Sydney’s CBD.
Drive into your double, remote controlled garage, close the doors and
discover the epitome of serenity.
