6 Silver Street Randwick NSW

Holding a significant place in Sydney's horseracing history, this double-fronted Victorian Italianate residence is one of only a handful of surviving 1890s mansions in the heart of Randwick town centre. Set on a prime level 465sqm approx block, the architect-renovated home proudly showcases the grand proportions and refined craftsmanship of its heritage while the contemporary rear has been opened out and extended to embrace an alfresco entertainer's haven. The original front of the home features four large bedrooms and a home office while the lofty open plan living space is anchored by a chef's grade kitchen. With Belmore Road's village hub at the top of the street, this blue-chip location is just one block to the UNSW and PoW Hospital precinct and 600m to UNSW High Street light rail stop for an easy trip into the city. Walk to top schools, Royal Randwick Racecourse and The Spot's celebrated dining hub. + Formerly the home of accomplished jockey Thomas Farthing + 12m frontage with a classic original tessellated tile verandah + Wide central hall featuring ornate 3.2m ceilings + Four large bedrooms, two with built-ins, main with ensuite and walk-in robe + Large family/dining with vaulted ceilings and French doors to entertaining area + Formal lounge with a marble fireplace and window seating + Custom kitchen with Oak island, gas cooktop and walk-in pantry + Separate home office with built-ins and access to oversized attic storage + Pergola-covered bluestone entertainer's terrace + Plantation shutters and custom cabinetry throughout + Internal laundry and separate wine cellar + Fully ducted air-conditioning + Storage sheds and off street parking