Landmark Victorian Residence on Glorious 1,309sqm Grounds - Walk to Rail and Pymble Ladies’ College
Residing on a superb landholding of approximately 1,309sqm with a north rear aspect in Pymble's sought-after east side, 'Ku-ring-gai' c.1898, is an architecturally significant late-Victorian masterpiece showcasing immense street appeal and grand proportions throughout. Most notable as one of Pymble's first and finest homes, its name reflects the estate's importance to the Municipality as an example of pre-Federation development in the area and is offered now for the first time in three decades.
Characteristics generally impossible to replicate in modern builds include oversized rooms, intricate decoration and soaring 3.4m ceilings, with interiors tastefully modernised yet retaining architectural authenticity throughout. Those who appreciate timeless design, historic grace and everyday functionality will be enamoured by the indoor and alfresco living spaces with their intertwined period details and sympathetic enhancements. Embracing the full brick home are iron lace balconies and wide verandahs, some of which overlook a European-inspired sanctuary at the rear. The gardens have been planned for seasonal colour and fragrance and there is diversity in design and functionality with expansive travertine terraces, private lawns and a heated pool.
A rare and distinguished opportunity, this extraordinary home is in a class of its own; a touchstone of early 20th century life merging with the comforts and amenity of modern living. It enjoys a privileged position just 300m to Pymble village and rail, a short walk to Pymble Ladies' College and with close proximity to the major retail hubs of Gordon, St Ives, Chatswood and Macquarie.
Commanding facade featuring Piles Creek sandstone plinths and a traditional iron palisade fence with motorised driveway gates to secure undercover parking for two cars
Security cameras, back-to-base alarm, original Kauri pine floorboards, high ceilings, marble-framed Jetmaster fireplaces, central gas heating and split r/c air conditioning
Classic central hallway, spacious formal lounge and dining rooms, music/media room and oversized downstairs rumpus ideal as guest/teenager's retreat with own bathroom and separate entry from the garden
Solid timber island kitchen with meals area and balcony, hand-painted cabinetry, Carrara marble benchtops and fully integrated European appliances incl. Ilve double ovens/gas cooking
Laundry/utility room adjoining kitchen displays matching cabinetry and includes Bosch and Miele washing machines, a Miele pump dryer and built-in beverage fridge
Five serene bedrooms on the first floor including master with a walk-in robe and stylish modern ensuite plus a fully tiled main bathroom featuring a separate bath and shower
Large executive study or optional sixth bedroom and a powder room on the ground floor; lower level includes an indoor cellar with wine racks, multipurpose storage rooms and a workshop/garden room
Covered verandahs run the entire width of the house at the front on the ground and first floors as well as along the north western side and at the rear overlooking the garden
The gardens are serenaded by birdsong and include manicured hedges, gardenias, Japanese hydrangeas and rhododendrons, and with an App-controlled irrigation system
Alfresco entertainment areas and pathways featuring Italianate-style travertine paving
Stroll to Robert Pymble Park and tennis courts, close to both Pymble and Avondale golf clubs, in the catchments for Pymble Public School and St Ives High, and with exclusive Ravenswood, Knox Grammar and Abbotsleigh all within 10mins drive