A Dream House By Nick Bell Architects, A Fusion Of Classic Federation And Californian Modernism - c.425sqm land

The visionary redesign of one of Bronte's signature Federation beach houses by Nick Bell Architects retains the heritage facade while opening out the rear to bring in the light and create a seamless integration between indoors and out. A striking double-storey extension sits in juxtaposition to the early 1900s home with the lofty ceilings referencing the grand scale of the original build while creating spaces for families to relax, play, entertain or retreat. On one of Bronte's best streets, the four-bedroom home's restrained palette of solid oak, polished concrete and American Walnut joinery delivers an element of Californian modernism with Carrara marble finishes unifying the interiors. The flow from the main living area to the landscaped backyard with its heated mineral pool is a source of year-round enjoyment while two master suites offer flexibility of space, the primary occupying its own wing. Walls of glass maximise natural light with highlight windows harnessing northerly sunshine and capturing borrowed scenery over the historic grounds of the neighbouring Elsmore estate. Just 300m to Macpherson Street village, this is a home that's a joy to live in within easy walking distance to the sand, surf and Bronte Baths.

* Triple gabled sandstone-walled frontage
* 4 large bedrooms with custom built-ins
* Storage / spare room on upper level
* 2 with an ensuite, home office retreat
* Private master wing with a dressing room
* Juliet balcony, retractable timber screens
* North facing courtyard bathed in sunshine
* Upper level casual living/home theatre
* Light-filled open living and dining space
* Polished concrete floors, wall to wall glass
* Custom joinery, RealFlame gas fireplace
* Entertainer's Carrara marble island kitchen
* Double Miele ovens (steam and pyrolytic)
* Siemens induction cooktop, butler's pantry
* Entertainer's terrace with integrated bbq
* Private level garden, heated mineral pool
* Luxurious bathrooms, underfloor heating
* Huge storage loft, auto Velux sky window
* Multi-zoned ducted air, automated blinds
* DLUG (internal access) plus off street pkg
* Wine cellar and storeroom for bikes/boards
* Solar Panels
* Bronte Public School catchment area