This breathtaking family residence is a landmark home, a masterpiece of period style blended with the highest calibre of contemporary design. Moments walk to Coogee Beach, set on an extraordinary 1105sqm block, "St Ives" is an immaculate Federation home originally built in 1906. Complete with parking up to 4 cars and an incredible sun-drenched rear pool and indoor/outdoor entertainment zone plus DA-approval for an extended 2nd-level and increased lower-level living area.
Set in an elevated position with views across to the Pacific behind the home's gorgeous front hedges lie expansive fully irrigated landscaped gardens by Pepo Botanic Design and is surrounded by huge coastal banksias and mature palms. A part-wraparound front porch introduces the home where, a grand central hallway provides a beautiful entrée to a home with interiors designed by Denai Kulcsar who balances sheer artistry with contemporary functionality to create unique luxury spaces.
One side presents a magnificent formal front living area with fireplace and bay window looking out on the lush front garden with an informal lounge adjoining to create an expansive zone for relaxation. Soaring 3.4m decorative ceilings and hardwood floors frame all the living-area interiors. The opposite side presenting the master bedroom, a haven with b/in robes and a large bay window with ocean views of Wedding Cake Island. A radiant 2nd bedroom is an expansive space with b/ins and garden outlook, whilst a 3rd bedroom is peaceful with b/ins and desk space, with adjacent marble-tiled bathroom with heated floors.
At the rear of the home lies the showpiece kitchen and pavilion-style family/entertainment/dining zones, bathed in sun and opening seamlessly to the pool with cabana and dining terrace. Framed by gardens and featuring a magnificent sandstone wall, this is an incredible outdoor space. The kitchen meanwhile is lavish with Ilve gas cooking and quartzite benchtops, including a wide central island with breakfast bar and custom joinery throughout. A further main bathroom is in a discreet position while stairs lead up to a 2nd-level 4th bedroom, with access to a huge roof storage area.
Tiered rear gardens that present a delightful space for a kids' play area, a stunning laundry/mud room with terrazzo tiles, massive basement storage and side off-street parking for up to 4 cars. Just minutes to Coogee Beach, shopping, cafes, all amenities, this is a residence to fall in love with.
- Iconic family residence named "St Ives" on vast 1105sqm block
- Elevated setting, landscaped gardens, rolling lawns by Pepo Botantic Design
- Expansive traditional double living areas w/ fireplaces & bay window
- Exquisite master bedroom, built-in robes & large bay window
- Extraordinary district vista across the park to the ocean & Wedding Cake Island
- Generous and picturesque 2nd & 3rd bedroom with built-ins & desk space
- 2nd-level 4th bedroom, rumpus room w/ stunning garden outlook
- Sun-drenched pool + lavish indoor/outdoor entertainment zones
- Showpiece kitchen, Ilve gas cooking and quartzite benchtops
- Separate pool cabana, lavish dining terrace, great for entertaining
- Tiered rear gardens and kids' play area featuring cubby house, irrigated gardens
- Stunning Terrazzo tile main bathroom w/ full bath, underfloor heating
- 2nd bathroom with marble finishes & underfloor heating
- Huge attic and underhouse storage, back to base alarm
- DA-approval for extended 2nd-level & lower-level living area
