A family sanctuary of rare distinction, 'Cardross' graces a private 1150sqm landholding within the dress circle harbourside community of Clifton Gardens. Showcasing a complete, custom and cohesive renovation, the interiors reflect the surrounding natural beauty with views across the manicured grounds, over Sydney Harbour, out to the Eastern Suburbs and toward Chowder Bay.
Reinvented without sacrificing its original c1921 charm, natural light streams inward highlighting the grand proportions and architectural integrity. Benefiting from a designer's touch, striking ornate detailing remains alongside classic wainscotting, imported pendant lights and chic wallpaper. Luxuriously personalised by a selection of striking marbles, prestige fixtures instil a sense of timeless glamour. Floored in American Oak, bespoke joinery and marble framed fireplaces are both stylish and practical.
Filtering all day sun in, skylights above the central void cleverly illuminate the entire home. Acting as a sympathetic link between formal rooms and everyday living spaces, the heart of this extraordinary residence is alive with light and life. Spanning 488sqm internally and re-designed to embrace symmetry, there is fabulous cross ventilation with a series of French doors and bi-fold doors connecting to terracing across all levels.
Focused on family, the open-plan concept combines casual dining, casual living and the Michelin Star gourmet kitchen. The hand painted kitchen cabinetry is topped in Bardiglio Nuvolato marble with a Lacanche double gas oven taking centre stage. The kitchen adjoins an aspirational butlers' pantry complete with a Miele combi oven, integrated SubZero refrigerator, SubZero wine fridge and second integrated Miele dishwasher. A third integrated Miele dishwasher features in the poolside kitchenette along with a built-in Fisher & Paykel fridge and a stainless-steel farmhouse sink with veggie spray.
Presenting as the consummate entertainer, there are a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces to host family and friends. Landscaped gardens act as a lush backdrop upon the Limestone terracing, the facade is instinctively framed by considered planting and level lawns. Relax alongside the mosaic tiled pool in the summer, hedging provides the utmost privacy and there is ample space for alfresco dining and open-air lounging poolside.
With accommodation options to rival a country estate, there are five sumptuous bedrooms, three open to lavish marble bathrooms. All five bathrooms are finished in natural stone and are luxuriously warmed by underfloor heating. The master bedroom layout boasts his and hers walk-in robes, discreet suitcase storage, a lounging area and a private north facing terrace taking in views toward The Heads.
Guaranteed to impress, enjoy internal access from the double garaging, endless subfloor storage and a EuroCave climate controlled 780 bottle wine cellar. Positioned on the lower level, the family friendly laundry features a drying rail, vast storage and access to the outdoors. A home for all seasons enjoying an exclusive elevated position upon a wide tree-lined street, this highly sought-after address is just 400 metres to regular city buses and offers convenient access to Taronga Zoo, waterfront walking trails, Clifton Gardens Reserve and Mosman village.
• Keypad entry opens to a grand reception room
• Front formal rooms rest underneath 3.1m ceilings
• Marble framed gas fireplace in the elegant lounge
• Bay window and designer wallpaper in the dining
• Relaxed family room with ability to zone into two
• Bi-fold doors extend to a terrace overlooking pool
• Living room joinery with fireplace and concealed TV
• Imported pendants above dining and kitchen island
• Built-in refrigerator drawers in the primary kitchen
• Kitchen tapware by The English Tapware Company
• Mitred marble sink in the main kitchen, marble shelf
• Lacanche double cooker with two warming drawers
• Butlers' pantry mirrors the quality of the chef's kitchen
• Guest powder room off the grand skylit central void
• Double doors open to the master suite, silk carpet
• Master with double shower and Dado Quartz bath
• Upstairs walk-in robe, vast storage in beds 2 and 3
• Eastern Suburbs views from beds 2, 3 and balcony
• Ensuites open off secondary downstairs bedrooms
• Striking marble personalising the five bathrooms
• American Oak joinery in the executive home office
• Poolside kitchenette with fridge and dishwasher
• Gas BBQ bayonet on terrace, manicured level lawns
• Gardens transformed through a landscape designer
• Multi-zoned ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning
• Endless storage options, Sonos surround sound
• French linen drapery in the master, bespoke curtains
• Irrigation system, new slate roof, garden lighting
• Bordered by a long driveway leading to double carport
• CCTV security, intercom, secure driveway and gate
• 400m to 100 bus into the CBD, 900m to Taronga Zoo
• 400m to Sarahs Walk linking Clifton Gardens Reserve
*All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and interested persons should rely on their own enquiries.
For more information or to arrange an inspection, please contact Geoff Smith 0418 643 923 and Geoff Allan on 0414 426 424.
