5 Bennett Avenue

Darling Point NSW 2027

INSPECT BY PRE-ARRANGED APPOINTMENTUnique and prized Darling Point estate, 'Callooa' is an elegant c1850's Victorian Gothic residence set in 1,500 sqm (approx.) grounds with level gardens, 16.25m swimming pool, North aspect and stunning harbour and city skyline views. Alluring and beautiful, it provides the ultimate in family living with indoor-outdoor entertaining areas and formal and casual living rooms flowing to wide verandahs, alfresco terraces, a private garden oasis and sun-drenched lawns. Approached by a broad gravel driveway is a secure double garage with self-contained studio, ideal for guests/live-in staff.Meticulously enhanced for modern living, the home features a grand entrance hall and drawing room with open fireplace, formal dining room, sitting room/library, family living/dining area and Carrara marble gas kitchen (with walk-in pantry) flowing to an alfresco dining terrace with harbour and city views. Also at entry level are a powder room, garden bathroom and basement wine and storage cellar. Upstairs are a main bedroom suite (with dressing room, ensuite), Northern balcony overlooking garden, 2 more king-size bedrooms (both with ensuites), 4th bedroom/study and spacious attic room. Gracious, timeless and fastidiously maintained, the house features soaring ceilings, original cedar staircase, architraves and skirting boards, marble fireplaces, polished timber floors (parquet, Oregon and Kauri), reverse-cycle air-conditioning, gas heating and alarm system.Designed in the early 1850's by Architect Mr Francis Clarke, the historically significant home retains its elegant style with high gabled slate roofs and ornate barge boards. Blue ribbon position, only a short stroll to yacht clubs, marinas and harbourside Rushcutters Bay Park and Darling Point. PROPERTY FEATURESMagnificent 1,500 sqm (approx.) estate in prestigious blue ribbon locationHarvour views across Rushcutters Bay and Elizabeth Bay to CBD skylineSunny North-facing gardens, level lawn, 16m heated pool and cabanaStroll to yacht clubs, marinas and harbourside Rushcutters Bay ParkClose to schools, Double Bay, Edgecliff and 10 minutes to the cityMichael Dunn | 0419 888 8159327 5825 | rwdoublebay.com.auPeter Blacket | 0419 999 9999327 1717 | theblacketagency.com.au