Incredibly Private Architectural Beach House with Solar Passive Design

Contemporary beach house style and family functionality go together in this light and airy home that's tailor made for laidback living and alfresco entertaining in a peaceful yet incredibly convenient spot just 700m from the sand and surf at Merewether.<br/><br/>Cleverly conceived by local renowned architect Helen Stronach to honour the gun-barrel cottage that once sat on the block, and to harness the northern sun and cooling sea breezes, this is a wonderfully private home with a relaxed resort vibe and solar passive design principles.<br/><br/>European oak floorboards, a stone fireplace and eye-catching wallpaper bring warmth and character to the breezy coastal aesthetic with an island kitchen and butler's pantry as the social heart of the spacious open plan living area. A flexible four-bedroom, three-bathroom plus study and media room layout is ideal for family life. <br/><br/>Seamless indoor/outdoor flow courtesy of two sets of stacking doors merges the inside with the covered Tallowood BBQ deck and the saltwater pool making entertaining and alfresco enjoyment effortless. Bordered by low maintenance, tropical inspired gardens, and a lush lawn offering space to play, or just kick back and soak up the sunshine and salty sea air. <br/><br/>Step outside and immerse yourself in Merewether's surf and cafe culture with Llewellyn Street's shops just around the corner and an easy stroll down to the beach action, or to The Junction for shopping, schooling and dining.<br/><br/>- Architect designed dual level home completed 2013<br/>- Private, low maintenance 499.53sqm block<br/>- Solar passive design with northerly orientation and louvre windows throughout<br/>- Open plan living with gas fire, ducted a/c and view of pool with external motorised blind<br/>- Custom island kitchen and bespoke joinery throughout<br/>- Updated 900m gas stove, dishwasher, butler's pantry with desk hutch<br/>- Three bathrooms all with underfloor heating and Fibonacci terrazzo floor tiles<br/>- Four bedrooms, two downstairs, two plus study upstairs, plus media room/fifth bedroom<br/>- Covered Tallowood deck with built-in barbecue and seating, crazy paved firepit area<br/>- Freestanding double garage with storeroom, and separate laundry area<br/>- Rainwater tank for grey water; outdoor hot and cold shower<br/>- Security gate with video/audio intercom<br/>- Just 900m from Lingard Private Hospital, 5 mins walk to a choice of pubs and clubs<br/>- 3 cafes within 100m, 3 primary schools and daycare in vicinity <br/><br/>Dimensions:<br/>Internal Living Area: 229m²<br/>External Living Area: 55m²<br/>Total Living Area: 284m²<br/><br/>***Health & Safety Measures are in Place for Open Homes & All Private Inspections<br/><br/>Disclaimer: <br/>All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and act as a messenger only in passing on the details. Interested parties should rely on their own enquiries. Some of our properties are marketed from time to time without price guide at the vendors request. This website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes. Any personal information given to us during the course of the campaign will be kept on our database for follow up and to market other services and opportunities unless instructed in writing.