Staff reporter
The details in a high-end home can make all the difference, whether that’s the choice of materials in the kitchen or a thoughtful layout that allows guests to congregate around the kitchen, then drift to the living space and outside to an elegant outdoor dining area.
A knockout view or a well-placed skylight doesn’t hurt, either. And considered landscaping can transform the feel of an outdoor area. Here are four Sydney homes with special touches we love.
67A Carrington Road, Randwick NSW
This stylish Randwick home was designed by an architect as his own family home, and offers plenty of space for a family across five bedrooms – or four and a study. Standout features include the marble island in the kitchen, the stunning use of skylights in the upstairs bedroom and the indoor-outdoor flow from the living area to the al fresco dining space. Palm trees in the garden offer a reminder that it’s not far from the beach.
152A Moverly Road, South Coogee NSW
Imagine cooking up a storm in this kitchen – all Taj Mahal Quartzite and curves – while gazing out to the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean beyond. There’s a curved staircase, or the future-proofed option of taking the lift. There’s a magnesium swimming pool, and the outdoor dining area has a barbecue with wine fridge.
3 Edwin Street, Fairlight NSW
This renovated Federation home features a charming facade and luxurious updates such as stone benchtops in the kitchen and travertine in the bathrooms. There’s a mineral swimming pool with heating and a water feature. Relax in the sunny outdoor entertaining area or in the warmth of the cosy living room inside.
46A Headland Road, Castle Cove NSW
This north shore stunner, set over three levels on an 807-square-metre block, offers Middle Harbour views. The double-height foyer is topped with a glamorous chandelier and leads to the living room, then out to an expansive terrace, swimming pool and gardens. The versatile lower ground level retreat hosts a billiard room, bar and home cinema or golf simulator.
