448 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Scarborough is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom House. The property has a land size of 438m2 and floor size of 87m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in November 2021.
Private, leafy and home to beautiful wildlife, this chic beach cottage allows you to live in harmony with nature. With views that reach the escarpment and footsteps to golden sandy beaches, this is a secluded haven in the heart of Scarborough.
Location
Set back from the road, this beachside property appreciates pedestrian access from the front and is accessible at the rear from Goodrich Street. The residence is a short stroll to the quiet sands of Scarborough Beach, or meander further to the south to discover Wombarra Beach and Rock Pool.
The iconic Scarborough Hotel is just up the road, serving up delicious food, fabulous entertainment and exquisite views of the ocean. Other amenities nearby include Scarborough Public School, Jim Allen Oval, The Scarborough Wombarra Bowling Club, and soon to be reopened Clifton Imperial Hotel. Take yourself to Bald Hill where an ice cream and spectacular view of the coast awaits. While the newly refurbished Headlands Hotel is a must.
A restful everyday home or a picturesque weekender, the property enjoys ready access to the highway, or take the train from Scarborough or Wombarra Train Station which offers connections to both Sydney and Wollongong.
Property
Protected by mature trees, a timber walkway greets you on arrival of this gorgeous single level home which exudes a vibrant coastal charm. Extensive patios and decking hug the home providing you with many vantage points where you can let yourself drift away as you take in the majestic Illawarra escarpment while the local wildlife including cockatoos, kookaburras, king parrots and cheeky lizards stop to say hello. Walk out the front and the ocean beckons.
A sunroom welcomes you inside and is the perfect spot to kick back with a book, or listen to your favourite record whilst relaxing in air-conditioned comfort after your morning surf or your stroll along Seacliff Bridge.
Encompassed with high ceilings and rustic timber flooring, the lounge and dining room flow to the designer kitchen, complete with elegant benchtops, dual butler's sink, LED lighting, a trendy tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry. The residence comprises 2 large bedrooms, with the master bedroom featuring a trio of built-in robes and a leafy outlook of the patio and gardens. Servicing the home is the bathroom with shower, bath and toilet neat and tidy, like the original kitchen serves as the laundry and proven to be a fantastic utility room.
Outside is a hidden oasis of lush lawns and colourful gardens. A separate studio provides you with space to do whatever you like - use it as a home office, artist's workshop or guest accommodation!
Other notable attributes of the abode include a ceiling fan in the kitchen/dining room, a wood-fired heater in the lounge room and a garden shed up the back.
Lifestyle
The epitome of a quintessential beach house, this updated retreat affords you the opportunity to live the ultimate beach life!
Wander down to the surf whenever you please, then come home and relax in your tranquil paradise.
Moments to modern day conveniences, this is a unique residence and a rare offering to the market in the tightly held Scarborough suburb.
The size of Scarborough is approximately 1.3 square kilometres. It has 4 parks covering nearly 19.5% of total area. The population of Scarborough in 2011 was 276 people. By 2016 the population was 301 showing a population growth of 9.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Scarborough is 40-49 years. Households in Scarborough are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Scarborough work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 77.6% of the homes in Scarborough were owner-occupied compared with 80.2% in 2016.
Scarborough has 152 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Scarborough have seen a 106.01% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 22.30% increase. As at 31 October 2024:
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