Historic Double-Fronted Sandstone Treasure With A Storied Past And A Bright Future
A rare double-fronted sandstone cottage in the heart of Queens Park, this early Victorian worker's residence stands proud as one of the suburb's earliest homes, built c1850 by Simeon Pearce who later became the first Mayor of Randwick. Held by one family for 66 years and ready for a new style chapter, the single-storey home rests on a sunny 190sqm approx. level block with a 9m frontage offering endless potential to extend and create a contemporary family haven that honours its significant heritage. The solid sandstone build and authentic period character provide an exceptional foundation for transformation, with neat and comfortable interiors across a three-bedroom layout that's perfectly liveable while planning your future vision. This is a home of rare provenance and promise, just 350m to Queens Park's green spaces and 650m to Westfield and Bondi Junction's urban hub. Bring your architect and imagination to craft a bespoke family residence where history and modern life beautifully align in this family friendly neighbourhood with great schools all around and minutes to surf beaches.
- Quiet one-way street, 9m frontage, approx. 190sqm land size - One of the east's earliest residences - 1850s solid sandstone construction - Timeless charm and huge potential - Light and airy with an east/west aspect - Polished timber floors, high ceilings - 2 bedrooms with built-in robes - Spacious living room, reverse air - Neat kitchen and dining room - Tidy bathroom and laundry room - Level backyard with room to extend - Original drystone wall and W.C. - Wide side access, ideal for renovating - Only ever 11 owners in 150 years - 600m to Charing Cross village cafes - Easy access to the city and beaches
