"Rockbank" Authentic Edwardian Grandeur

"Rockbank" this grand Edwardian property rests behind layered Peter Fudge designed gardens within a quiet yet convenient dual access landholding. Reminiscent of the architectural landscape surrounding Kensington Palace or the city of Paris, influential French architect Philip Joubert brought his European vision to life at "Rockbank" in c1902. The classic design captures an unrivalled sense of light and space. Instantly recognisable through its striking arched first floor balcony opening and its lofty fretwork, the solid brick construction has long been admired by passers-by.<br/><br/>From the exquisite French tessellated tiled veranda to varying hues of marble upon the restored original fireplaces, the authenticity of the craftsmanship is without compare. Original Kauri Pine polished timber floorboards unite the art gallery inspired hallway with adjoining formal rooms. Perfect for gathering family and friends, the banquet dining room is serviced by a Stone Italiana topped wet bar and servery complete with Vintec wine fridge. <br/><br/>Sympathetically blending Edwardian grandeur with practical design, timeless finishes and custom joinery create a home that is wonderfully adaptable to all stages of family life. Offering three separate living areas there is space for all, providing ideal work from home environments.<br/>The downstairs rumpus room pavilion at garden level is ideal for teenagers or for relaxed summertime entertaining. Encased by walls of glass, a set of bi-fold doors reveal a Tuscan style courtyard with water feature, built-in seating and barbeque area. Alive with northern sun, natural light streams into each living space including the open-plan kitchen and casual meals area.<br/><br/>Accommodation comprises five elegantly appointed bedrooms set across two levels, four on the first level alone. Two bedrooms adjoin marble ensuite bathrooms, the master retreat also showcases a built-in study station, walk-in robe and a romantic balcony. Over delivering on storage, there are built-in robes in the bedrooms, hallway linen cupboards, suitcase storage and vast roofline storage. <br/><br/>Neighboured by restored character homes upon a wide community minded street, secure a nostalgic slice of Mosman's past close to local Avenue Road shops, city bus transport, ferry wharves and leading schools. <br/><br/>• One of only four Edwardian Gentleman's Residences in Mosman<br/>• Mindful landscaping creates a stunning outlook from the interiors<br/>• Spectacular 14ft ceilings in the formal rooms, idyllic window seat<br/>• Twin marble gas fireplaces warming the formal lounge and dining<br/>• Classic bespoke joinery in the formal lounge, versatile music alcove<br/>• Stone Italiana tops the joinery in the kitchen, central island<br/>• Ilve gas cooker, Qasair exhaust, Miele dishwasher and filtered tap<br/>• Kitchen and casual dining/living opening to a north facing terrace<br/>• Entertainer's courtyard off the conservatory style rumpus room<br/>• Heated floors in the rumpus and well-placed guest powder room<br/>• Laundry chute to the ground floor laundry<br/>• Direct access to the discreetly positioned north facing clothesline<br/>• Skylit family bathroom featuring a combined bath and shower<br/>• Quality ensuite bathrooms off the master and second bedroom<br/>• Bedroom 4 with cameos of North Sydney <br/>• Top floor loft bedroom with artistic shelving acting as a bedhead<br/>• Ornate archway in the stately hallway, revived leadlight windows<br/>• Restored ceiling roses, high skiting boards outline the timber floors<br/>• Sash windows, period style light-pulls, magnificent cedar staircase<br/>• Alarm, split system air-conditioning units, garden irrigation and lighting<br/>• Secure carport off Somerset Street opening directly into the courtyard<br/>• 800m to Mosman Bay Wharf, 950m to Sirius Cove Beach (dog friendly)<br/>• 400m to Avenue Road cafes, 850m to the attraction of Military Road<br/><br/>* All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable, however we cannot guarantee or give any warranty to the information provided. <br/><br/>Looking for a home loan? <br/>Contact Loan Market's Matt Clayton, our preferred broker. He doesn't work for the banks, he works for you. Call him on 0414 877 333 or visit loanmarket.com.au/lower-north-shore.<br/><br/>For more information or to arrange an inspection, please contact Bernard Ryan on 0403 056 439 & Geoff Smith on 0418 643 923.