Built in 1858, 'Rocklea' is one of the last remaining homes of its era and proudly sits on the harbour foreshore of North Sydney's peninsula. Seemingly a world away from the pressures of modern day living, this unforgettable parkside sanctuary remains continually connected to the CBD through iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and cityscape views.
Surrounded by a garden wonderland underneath a picturesque Jacaranda canopy, the traditional wraparound verandah elegantly outlines this charismatic home. Pressed metal walls and ceilings add an intricate texture to a light and uplifting colour palette, pale timber floorboards are grounded by high skirting boards.
Intuitively recreated to blend the innate beauty with curated updates, a strategic skylight pours all day sun into the interconnecting living and dining spaces. Successfully zoned by a pendant in the dining space and a marble framed fireplace in the lounge, the open and oversized main living expanse is perfect for family life. Picture perfect as is with scope to add further value, there is DA approval in place for the addition of off-street parking and to enhance the northerly aspect.
Currently presenting three inviting bedrooms, the master bedroom is complete with built-in robes and a spacious ensuite bathroom. An artful blend of old and new, the ensuite features an ornate ceiling, mosaic floor tiling, a rustic timber vanity top and a timeless freestanding bathtub.
Hidden from passers-by and with a sense of absolutely privacy, Rocklea is within 300 metres of the ferry wharf, there is easy access down to neighbouring Milson Park via a nearby pathway. Set 140 metres from the newly opened Sub Base Platypus parklands, discover the endless appeal and unrivalled convenience of this peaceful foreshore community.
• Gracing a private 480sqm cascading landholding
• Sympathetically updated without comprising charm
• Stained glass bay window in the living room
• Wood burning fireplace framed in Carrara marble
• Servery window linking the dining room and kitchen
• Warm timber accents in the streamlined kitchen
• Smeg oven, five burner gas cooktop and exhaust
• Miele dishwasher and concealed refrigerator
• Kitchen steps directly out to covered alfresco dining
• Original cast iron stove the centrepiece of alfresco dining
• Rosemary alongside a level lawn and cubby house
• King-size master bedroom opening to an ensuite
• Three relaxing bedrooms, character filled bathroom
• Laundry room lined in storage with outdoor access
• Abundant covered storage behind the home
• Air-conditioning, hallway storage, attic storage
• 140m to Sub Base Platypus Park, 300m to ferry
• Approximately 100m via pathway to Milson Park
• 700m to Kirribilli village and Milson Point Station
• Close to leading public and private schools
* All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable, however we cannot guarantee or give any warranty to the information provided.
For more information or to arrange an inspection, please contact David Gillan 0411 255 914 or Ben Markos 0419 018 500.
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