Simple lines, stunning views and an open layout that balances inside and outside living… this timeless family home is calling to the dreamer inside us all.
The perfect mix of city sophistication and grounded family living, set on 607sqm in a quiet family friendly neighbourhood.
The architect-designed home has separate living areas which flow effortlessly into each other and open to a delightful alfresco terrace with stunning city views across the leafy suburbs. There is a contemporary open plan kitchen and dining area, two large living areas, protected alfresco area in the established back garden, plus a teenage retreat / fifth bedroom or home office downstairs.
Upstairs, there is a bright master suite with great views to the city, large WIR and modern ensuite, plus two generous bedrooms with BIR and leafy views, a fourth bedroom and a contemporary bathroom. Other features include beautiful travertine floors, evaporative air conditioning, laundry, two garden sheds, built in Bose speakers, shared bore, excellent security, established lush easy care gardens, and cross ventilation for thermal efficiency.
Situated in a great neighbourhood, this spectacular home is moments from beautiful parks, walking distance to excellent schools, close to the beach and public transport. Impressively spacious and with a dreamy relaxed vibe, this is simply superb!
Features:
- Spacious casual living and dining area opens up on both sides to alfresco areas, creating a light and airy ambience. There are travertine floors, high beamed ceilings, a gas log fire and open plan kitchen.
- The lounge has travertine floors, neutral roman blinds, ceiling fan and high ceilings. Large sliding doors close this area off from the living areas if necessary, or open up to create a more open plan living zone. Glass doors out to the alfresco terrace showcase fantastic views to the city.
- Fantastic open plan kitchen has a large island bench, pendants over stainless steel work benches, white modern tiling, walk-in pantry, louver windows, travertine floors and ample gloss white cabinetry. Appliances include a new Smeg oven and gas cooktop, and there is a stainless steel rangehood. The nearby laundry can be used as a scullery when entertaining.
- The front alfresco terrace has stunning views out over lush suburbs to the city. There are travertine pavers, pretty vines and covered roof for year-round entertaining. The weatherboard facade is an homage to the original residence.
- A generous main suite is lovely and bright with great views to the east. There are neutral carpets, roman blinds, ceiling fans, louver windows and a large WIR. The modern ensuite has a clawfoot bath, full height tiling, stone bench vanity & soft close drawers.
- Two further bedrooms have leafy views, neutral carpets, neutral blinds and BIR. A third bedroom is light and bright, with neutral carpets.
- Downstairs, a teen retreat has a separate entrance, dark carpets, glamorous drapes and glass windows. This space has potential as a theatre, office or fifth bedroom if required.
- The rear alfresco has retractable electric awnings overhead, built in speakers, paving and is surrounded by lush terraced and full reticulated gardens. There is a brick shed/workshop and a garden shed.
- Gas hot water, evaporative air conditioning upstairs, louver windows for cross ventilation, built in speakers. Sentimental touches such as the inclusion of the stained glass windows from the site’s original home lend a sense of history.
- Walking distance to Scotch College, Lake Claremont’s parks and bushlands, public transport. Shops and the beach are just moments away.
Council Rates: Approx. $3638.73* / year
Water Rates: Approx. $1,314.30* / year
*While best effort is made to ensure rates are correct at time of listing, they are provided for reference only and may be subject to change.