Palatial House Snoop...Contemporary Cottage on the Beaches

Nestled in one of my favourite Northern Beaches suburbs of Avalon, you will find this gorgeous Palatial Contemporary Sandstone & Weatherboard Cottage. I loved it for it's successful combination of keeping original integrity and it's newly renovated spaces in keeping with a French Riviera-meets-Hampton's style with an Australian coastal lifestyle flavour.

I am always a 'sucker' for sandstone features particularly when teamed with a fireplace, as well as the comfortable freshness of the undercover verandah sitting & dining area - much like a Queenslander, quintessentially Australian. The simplicity of the neutral, soft colour scheme lends itself to bringing the outdoors in with considered use of stone, natural timber, and loved leather.

Take a look, have a snoop & see what you think.....

Agent's Blurb - Raine & Horne, Palm Beach

18 Dress Cricle Rd Avalon - Classic Avalon Beach Cottage

 

This charming beach house has undergone an immaculate renovation to stylishly capture the tranquillity and sophistication that comes with living in its exclusive enclave. The 784 sqm property has been superbly re-designed maintaining its character and charm with an emphasis on indoor/outdoor entertaining, ambient natural light, neutral hues and a fluid layout while being situated within approx. 200 metres to Avalon village.

 

 The cleverly positioned designer kitchen/dining space is an inviting haven that flows to the distinctly charming lounge with fireplace, formal dining and alfresco covered entertaining area. These rooms are framed by rustic hardwood timber floors, large bi-folding windows and ornate period features decorated in fresh white hues. The lush and private garden vistas from all entertaining areas complete the incredibly peaceful and inviting ambiance of this wonderful family home.

•  Four Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms
•  4th Bedroom/ Study with designer cabinetry
•  Media room and separate rumpus area
•  Double Carport and huge storage/tool shed
•  Landscaped gardens and level lawn at rear.
•  Solid Sandstone and weatherboard construction.

The home has an approved DA for further improvement for an additional level creating a parents retreat and a pool in the back yard. Immaculately appointed throughout, this inviting home is situated just moments to shops, public transport, schools and equidistant to Avalon and Bilgola beaches.

 

Features

• Close to Schools
• Close to Shops
• Close to Transport
• Garden

Property ID: 2008804925

images via domain.com.au - via Raine & Horne Palm Beach

House Snoop....Fusion with Integrity.

A stunning Palatial House Snoop find this week lands us in Balmain located in Sydney's Inner West on an 'arm' of land jutting into the beginnings of the Sydney Harbour and a stone's throw from the CBD. This home is a fabulous example & execution of fusing contemporary and period architecture & design with integrity & style. Not to mention how much I love the pool, deck and seamless glass fencing and the use of the original period arches in the main living spaces.

So gorgeous... Take a look!

Enjoy,

Agent's Blurb.... Belle Property- Annadale
Property located on Darling Street Balamin
Lifestyle- Superbly positioned in the heart of Balmain village, "Riverview" is a stately freestanding two level c 1890 residence that has been fully renovated and restored with passion and without compromise. Privately set amongst established gardens on an expansive 500sqm and boasting sweeping Parramatta River views from the upper level, this very special property is moments to Darling Street's vibrant cafes and boutiques and convenient to city buses, ferry, harbour foreshore walks, parks and the central business district.

Accommodation - Period charm blending seamlessly with ultra-contemporary design is the hallmark of the home's spacious interiors. It offers a selection of flexible living spaces including formal lounge with fireplace, formal sitting room, formal dining, casual dining overlooking the pool, generous family room opening to rear timber deck and pergola and a sleek Miele kitchen with marble bench tops and stringy bark flooring. There are four amply sized bedrooms and two bathrooms with underfloor heating including master suite with water views.

Features - Designed by highly regarded heritage architects Clive Lucas, Stapleton and Partners in conjunction with the property's heritage builder owner, "Riverview" has been built with an emphasis on sympathetic and accurate restoration, while the use of recycled materials including bricks and iron balustrade reflect eco-sustainable building practices. Other key features include stone floor with under floor heating in family room and casual dining, gas heated in ground swimming pool with rain water collecting water bladders, magnificent off form cast internal concrete pillars, security intercom and a/c throughout. There is rear lane access and secure garage parking for three cars with turntable in addition to substantial attic storage.

images & sub text via domain.com.au

Mid Week House Snoop...On The Brisbane Waters.

One of my favourite places along the Brisbane Waters of Sydney's Central Coast is Daley's Point....Here is a beautiful Palatial Contemporary home that is set amongst the gun tree tops and also placed alongside the waters' edge. I love the use of timber, colour bonded metal, stone, glass and water [with horizon pool] - just divine. Take look and see why it made Palatial Living's 'Mid Week House Snoop'...

Agent's Blurb - Belle Property

For Sale - Price: Expressions of interest

Property ID: 1237609 - View By appointment

Lifestyle – Offering true symmetry, this dramatic property comprising of pavilion style, sits in harmony with its surrounding environment. You will be impressed with the modernist approach to luxury living, boasting elevated views & stunning leafy outlook views. The emphasis is on family living with style at its best.

Accommodation – The first pavilion offers a self contained studio set over two levels with its own grassed & decking area for entertaining, the main residence offers a flexible floor plan spanning over four levels for elegant spacious family living. Four large terraces all with spectacular water views, which create indoor/outdoor entertaining areas, state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen.

Features – Impeccably appointed with no expense spared, stylish wet edge pool overlooking Brisbane water, two cascading waterfalls, two fireplaces, ducted air conditioning, sauna, gourmet kitchen, fully equipped bar, terraced manicured gardens, inclinator that takes you from entry level to the waters edge, massive boat shed with a self contained studio/entertaining area on the second level, fully serviced jetty with a deep water mooring that can accommodate a boat of virtually any size, located on 1619sqm in an estate like setting.

Properties of this nature rarely cross real estate market’s shores. Land Size: 1619 sqm

Images via Domain.com.au & Belle Property

Mid Week House Snoop finds... An Ulitmate Contemporary Palatial Cliff Top Home

I had to show you all these images of this amazing contemporary palatial home - it was much too hard to try to cull any from either the day or night shots! I'm sure when you scroll through the images you'll understand why I chose this home - supberbly located on Plateau Road, Avalon - on Sydney's Northern Beaches, just a 'stones throw away' from some dear friend's/ client's home who also just sold on Plateau Road.... Enjoy x

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Agent's Blurb... LJ Hooker Avalon.

The Ultimate Coastal RetreatBlessed with bushland, rainforest, Bilgola Beach & ocean vistas, this multi-storey family home showcases leading edge architectural design, fused with environmental synergy which raises contemporary excellence to a new level. Enjoy whale watching from your living room!- Innovative Colorbond/steel construction set on a 651sqm (approx) site- 4 double bedrooms, 3 with built-ins, 4 bathrooms- Stunning open plan including seamless indoor/al fresco flow from lounge/dining to full-width terrace- Separate children's play area/teenage retreat, office/study- Well appointed gourmet kitchen, CaesarStone island, sealed red gum surfacesSandstone stairs & terrace, redgum floors, bi-fold doors- Beautiful low maintenance native garden- Walk to beach, shops & school, CBD express bus at doorThe perfect destination to savour the true spirit of the Northern Beaches in this idyllic coastal paradise.

VIEW: Saturday 1 to 1.45pm Or By Appointment CONTACT: Bill Eames 0404 844 579

Images from domain.com.au

More Fabulous Vintage & Recent House Beautiful Blue& White Rooms - Part II...

Following from my previous post yesterday on the fantastic vintage House Beautiful interior spaces dedicated to Blue & White decorating - here is part II - that takes us through the 70's, 80's, 90's and 00's with this classic decorating colour combination. Proving that 'Blue & White' can be applied in both contemporary & traditional styles that still looks fresh - even upon years of reflection!

Enjoy x

[image 1] Charlotte Moss Canopy Bed, August 2006
[image 2] Blue White Stairs, December 1993

[image 3] Simple Bedroom, February 1991

[image 4] Blue Sitting Room, December 1984

[Image 5] Bed Canopy, January 1977


images from House Beautiful U.S magazine

House Love... From H&B March '10

This week I received my Home Beautiful March 2010 issue in the post [Yay! I love my subscriptions] and to say that this issue has 'hit it on the head' in my personal colour & style stakes is something... Home Beautiful features this home, that I have shared with here [above images] and several others that take my breath away. This particular home featured her is located in Melbourne suburbs, Victoria, & lived in by owners Craig & Chrissie and their 5 sons!They are not grand in scale or uber-trendy - they are simply stylishly real, fresh & contemporary - certainly somewhere you can envision yourself... well I can! Not to mention H&B's cover - loving that Blue & White combination again - some of these throw cushions look like mine!!

Make sure you grab you're Home Beautiful March 2010 issue to have great read over a cup of tea or a cool drink! Enjoy x

Images from Home Beautiful [Australia] magazine issue March 2010.

House Snoop...Queenslander Love at Camp Hill.

In my regular Palatial Living 'House snoops' I came across this gorgeous & lovingly restored Queenslander located in Camp Hill - just outside Brisbane [Queensland]. I am particularly fond of this home because of what appears to be a successful marriage of the old & the new - with all the contemporary living convenience we're used combined with the style & elegance of this building era.

The majestic elegance of "Fairfield" has been enhanced by a marvellous restoration of the original house, and a spacious brand new extension. Just completed, this residence is now a warm and inviting home, perfectly positioned on a superbly elevated 797 square metre block of North east facing land
Beautiful open wide verandahs - essential for cooling down & Australian living.

Leading to a resort style pool, water feature and a great pool deck for relaxing afternoons!

The brand new family living area boasts Bi-fold doors, opening to a fully covered and sheltered Al fresco kitchen and dining deck, featuring integrated BBQ and lots of storage.

Designed to provide luxury and great access to the dining terrace, Stone has been used on the benchtops, splashbacks and on the huge island bench. Joinery is fresh white Two Pac with plenty of storage and "Ilve" appliances, made in Italy, providing the Gourmet Entertainer's paradise.

Wide, polished timber floors feature throughout the home, and great care has been taken to blend the original with the new.

The original part of the home features a pair of magnificent stained glass front doors and original. Chandelier entry way in a dining space leads to a huge, stylish and contemporary kitchen.

"Fairfield" also boasts City and district views , and is only 5 kilometres from Brisbane's CBD. Camp Hill is a lovely leafy pocket of Brisbane [in Queensland Australia].

Details & Images from RealEstate.com