From View Street, the strong, clean architectural lines of number 35 give no indication of the amount of house that is beyond the limestone wall.
Through the gate is a zen style garden and a trompe l'oeil pathway that leads to a small bridge over a rock pool that is home to huge koi that swim to the musical sound of a waterfall.
Now that is the way to approach a front door!
Inside, the spacious entry foyer is in muted colours with pale travertine floors and rich dark timber balustrading. To the right is a powder room and a guest bedroom. Then on to a very large sunken lounge room with a small bar, a great expanse of windows and French doors leading to the garden.
The dining room is a powerful statement with a towering two-storey void and an entire wall of glass. A magnificent entertaining space with a picture-perfect garden outlook illuminated at night.
To the left of the entry is an informal meals area, a well-designed super-efficient kitchen with masses of storage, the laundry and store room.
Upstairs, across a central void, one wing contains three bedrooms, all with built in wardrobes, and a large family bathroom. The master bedroom suite occupies the other wing, with a view to the river from the bedroom, 2 walk-in 'robes, luxury ensuite and an additional dressing room/office. Balconies and terraces are on all sides of this level.
The property occupies a 1532 sqm corner block and, although the house appears to be on just two levels from the front, the lot slopes toward the river allowing for a third level that adds an extra dimension to the home.
The undercroft is a very spacious, versatile area that would suit a variety of purposes. It has a fully equipped sauna, full bathroom and a paved courtyard ideal for informal entertaining overlooking the garden and pool. The main room is just under 30 sqm and could be a studio, office, gym, rumpus room or, perhaps, a self-contained apartment. The possibilities are endless.
The three car garage has a separate entry from View Street and has a runway capable of parking a number of additional cars. This area is connected to the house by a very large covered alfresco area.
Built in 1970, this home has had only two owners.
The cutting edge design of the late 70's has retained its cool elegance and stands up well today. For a family, the property provides formal and informal living and entertaining spaces and the grounds have plenty of room for games. Gardens are low maintenance with beautiful magnolia trees and some exquisite, serene landscaping. The home is perfectly located on a large land holding in the heart of the Grove and is solidly built and impeccably maintained.
35 View Street is an attractive, beautifully presented and constantly surprising residence.
It will reward inspection and you will agree that it has a great deal to offer.
- Block size 1532 sqm.
- Approx. total floor area 576 sqm.
- 6 bedrooms
- 3 bathrooms, 1 powder room
- Huge sunken lounge room
- Wonderful, dramatic dining room
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Huge undercroft area
- Sublime zen entry
- Lovely private grounds
- Three car garage
- Parking for additional cars
- Numerous courtyards
- Air-conditioned
- Full security
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