25 West Street

Perched high and proud on a commanding hilltop setting affording all-encompassing views that stretch up North Harbour to Manly, this grand Colonial residence has been part of the harbourside landscape since C1900 and stands today as a gracious reminder of the past. This magnificent home bears all the hallmarks of its architectural pedigree with beautiful period craftsmanship, situated on 688sqm of land. The classically elegant interiors offer a wealth of formal and informal living areas which perfectly cater to families and extended families to live, work, play and for quiet retreat. Crafted to form a close connection to the vista, the glass-fronted interiors embrace the outdoors with a view-swept terrace, poolside entertaining and a private rear garden. This impeccably maintained two-storey home presents a rare opportunity to live in as is with the opportunity to transform into a world contemporary masterpiece with all the hallmarks of a forever family home (STCA). Located in a blue ribbon cul-de-sac a stroll of Balgowlah Heights Village, North Harbour Reserve and within close proximity to pre-schools, primary and high schools with easy access to the CBD and Manly. - 668 sqm approx. with never to be built out views - Internal glass lift service to each level - Adaptable family floorplan - Formal lounge and dining rooms with classic open fireplaces - Marble bench tops in kitchen, with walk in pantry - Casual meals with built-in seating, sitting room oversees the garden - Upstairs living area with own kitchenette, tv room, home office and accompanying bedroom - Large bedrooms all equipped with built in wardrobes - Family living area flows to a view swept alfresco balcony - Preserved details in soaring ornate ceilings and open fireplaces - Heated pool is set to the awe-inspiring harbour backdrop - 34 panel Solar System with TESLA battery - Air conditioning - Entertainers terrace perfect for intimate or grand scale gatherings - Established rear garden offers further landscaping potential - Large, functional laundry, extensive storage, bespoke cabinetry - Timber beams, cabinetry and stainless glass windows by a Master craftsman - Remote controlled double car garage with extra storage - Minutes to St Cecilia's Catholic, Balgowlah Heights Public, and Balgowlah Boys High School.