70 Burns Rd, Wahroonga is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1941. The property has a land size of 5326m2 and floor size of 488m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2023.
A landmark residence in one of Sydney's best addresses, this grand Georgian Estate was built by Fred Higgins for Dr HR Arnott of the famous biscuit family back in 1941. Set on a remarkable three lots spanning approx. 5,465sqm of magnificent park-like level grounds, it occupies an exceptional blue-ribbon parcel within arguably one of the Upper North Shore's finest tree-lined streets. Designed by renowned architect William Richardson, beyond a gated entry and flagged sandstone pathways, the home combines a timeless elegance with stately proportions and meticulous craftsmanship defined by its era.
Double brick construction, framed by a full size north/south tennis court, clubhouse pavilion, sparkling in-ground pool and separate spa, it offers all the luxuries one expects. Showcasing a stunning array of living zones including three kitchens, banquet sized dining and private sitting room with wet bar, fireplace and wine cellar, there's also four super-sized bedrooms, private guest quarters and a separate office space that could be re-configured to additional parking.
A rare landholding with potential to build on the third vacant block which measures approx. 1605sqm, from here stroll to Wahroonga's 'Bush School' and train station with easy access to elite schools including Abbotsleigh and Knox Grammar.
- Stately entrance hallway leading to a selection of formal and relaxed living zones
- Granite and gas kitchen with butler's pantry or 2nd kitchen for long-stay guests
- Ilve 900mm gas cooker, double dishwashers and a 3rd kitchen in the pavilion
- Grand banquet-sized dining room and formal lounge with wood-burning fireplace
- Wide staircase flowing to four oversized bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes
- Master suite with walk-in robe, pool-view balcony and ensuite with his/her vanity
- Private guest quarters, separate home office plus an additional study/home office
- N/S synthetic grass court and pavilion with modern gas kitchen and pizza oven
- North-facing sandstone terrace, pool, spa, manicured park-like lawns and gardens
- Hardwood floors, ducted gas heating and ducted reverse cycle air conditioning
- Sitting room with fireplace, concealed wet bar and 800-bottle wine cellar
- Three bathrooms plus powder room, double garage and storeroom
- Walk to station, Wahroonga Public School ("Bush School") and easy access to the village and elite schools
Co-Agent
Tim Fraser 0433 100 067
Di Jones
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The size of Wahroonga is approximately 9.7 square kilometres. It has 36 parks covering nearly 13.3% of total area. The population of Wahroonga in 2011 was 16,725 people. By 2016 the population was 17,348 showing a population growth of 3.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Wahroonga is 10-19 years. Households in Wahroonga are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Wahroonga work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 80.3% of the homes in Wahroonga were owner-occupied compared with 80.6% in 2016.
Wahroonga has 7,274 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Wahroonga have seen a 44.59% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 26.90% increase. As at 30 September 2024:
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