Extraordinary scale, architectural character and features worth preserving on 1357sqm with stunning views to the Adelaide Hills & Mt Lofty ranges.
** Inspection by appointment, contact Matt Smith 0407 770 725 **
Built at a time when craftsmanship, proportion and materiality mattered, this residence carries many of the design cues now being reinterpreted by contemporary architects and interior designers. Natural timber detailing, dramatic rooflines, clerestory windows, oversized communal spaces and a strong connection between indoors and landscape can be tweaked to become a highly sought-after modernist aesthetic which is emerging in current architectural design.
While some cosmetic finishes remain firmly anchored in their time, the architectural framework is exceptionally compelling. Sitting across from the open parklands of Balmoral Reserve - the property overlooks beautifully maintained ovals and recreational facilities.
Borrowing the best architectural features of the modernist mid-century era, the home's authenticity is a complex mix of clean geometry with plastered rounded walls and materiality that forms tension between textured timber shingled walls and smooth baton-timber ceilings. Dramatic ceiling lines, pitched to create vertical visual interest, rise above multi-zoned living, where natural separation is created with split-level spaces creating a dynamic flow that feels both expansive and intimate, all at once.
A formal living, dining and family room flow from the entrance and around to a modern, renovated kitchen. Here, the family can gather to eat in the casual dining space, or move outside to take in the spectacular views.
The home has 4 large bedrooms, the main set to the south to take in the valley views and has a walk-in robe and ensuite bathroom. The family bathroom is immaculately preserved in an emerald green that contrasts with the solid timber cabinetry in the vanity. Find a surprising loft in bedroom 3 and take in stunning garden views from bedroom 4.
The lower level pulls you down to an entertainer's paradise. Here, an internal garden, full wet bar and well-insulated cellar room surrounds the central billiard table. A designated break-away space could allow teenagers to relax and unwind, or this whole entertainment suite could be utilised for generational living. There is a TV room, strong room, work from home office/study, bathroom, two utility rooms and a laundry on this level, all with direct access to the garden and paved patio and outdoor entertaining.
Outdoors, there are manicured gardens including fruit trees, multi-levels of enjoyment and play zones for the kids. A stunning undercover verandah allows long-table lunches and catering capacity with a built-in BBQ and outdoor bench space.
An incredible offering, that importantly, is an opportunity not to erase the home's character, but to simply refine and elevate it for 2026.
Features include:
- Split system reverse cycle air conditioning plus underfloor heating to most of the upper level of the home
- Monitored security system
- Parquetry floors, Western red cedar timber ceilings, exposed timber beams, full-height windows, timber shingle decorative walls, chandeliers and original custom timber carpentry throughout the home
- Substantial wet bar finished in solid Blackwood timber, adjoining cellar room with decorative wrought-iron entry gates
- Modern, sleek renovated kitchen with soft-close drawers, granite bench tops, Smeg appliances, extraction canopy, 900mm wide oven, multiple pantry cupboards and electric cooking
- Sunken lounges, formal carpeted areas and tiled billiard room
- Primary bedrooms with corner window and hills views, ensuite and walk-in robe
- 3 further bedrooms with built-in robes, one bedroom with mezzanine
- Family bathroom with bidet plus a third bathroom downstairs
- TV room, office, strong room, utility rooms and access to outdoor service areas
- Large covered balcony off kitchen and wraps around to family room
- Landscaped gardens with automatic watering system, gazebo, bbq and outdoor kitchen, paved patio, fruit trees and garden shed
- Double side by side garage plus two carports, full bathroom and storage room to rear of garage, ideal for a potential front-garden pool (subject to necessary consents)
Overlooking Balmoral Reserve and open grounds, and close to main transport links on Balmoral Road, walking distance to Dernancourt shopping, cafes, Goodlife gym, medical and other shops.
