27 Windarra Drive

Atmospheric European Villa By Architect John Balgarnie Authenticity, Patina, Charm & Holiday Abandon! Set in Private Sun-drenched Pool Gardens by Jo Taylor Shore | By Negotiation From Mid $5M's * Currently Negotiating... So Be Quick! Masterfully designed by acclaimed architect John Balgarnie, maintained to the highest standards and presented in immaculate condition, this truly atmospheric home is ready for you to move right in with nothing more to spend. Authenticity abounds with patina-rich Venetian rendered exteriors, traditional quoins, rustic timbers, European terracotta, French doors to first floor balconettes, Italian loggia, and quality fixtures and fittings throughout. This home celebrates its fantastic City Beach seaside location by embracing ocean aspects wherever possible and with a thoughtful building design which cradles and protects the private sun drenched pool-court and alfresco entertaining which is surrounded by manicured gardens, created and imagined by landscape guru Jo Taylor. Secluded from the street. Viewing a must.  When you approach this home, it does not give a lot away initially. Reserved and exhibiting restraint. Mature gardens and high-end build quality are hinted at from behind the tall private walled perimeter. There is a sense that your upcoming visit will be an experience. Set in a private walled oasis in the heart of one of this suburb's bluest chip locations, this home did not disappoint, and opens up and evolves with every step that you enter further. Artisan crafted, rustic double timber doors of Victorian "cricket bat" front entranceway inspiration, greet you on entry. As you step down and out from under the timber ceiling of the entrance hall into the grand lobby, the ceilings rise and the proportions of this space give a hint of what's to come. A feature central bifurcated staircase of artisan wrought iron and European terracotta, could well be the backdrop of a movie set. It splits in two directions at its midpoint landing, allowing you to climb left to the master suite or right to the minor bedroom wing. Either side of the stairwell are twin entrances to central family living areas, which wrap around, cradle and seamlessly open onto the alfresco living spaces. One side takes you to a sumptuous formal lounge, with walnut inlaid timber cabinetry and bar, and an air of gentlemen's club prestige. A grand piano demonstrates the capacity of the rooms proportions. Adjacent is a long format formal dining area, sure to be the central point of many a dinner party, catch up and conversations amongst close family and old friends. The other side takes you to a striking contemporary kitchen that is so large it is almost commercial in size. High-end appliances, abundant storage sweeping benchtops for both food preparation and family congregation are resplendent crisp sea-side whites. There's also a central island worktop and bench. Adjacent an eight person circular breakfast table set in a window bay overlooking lush rear gardens, provides a further dining option. Beyond is an open plan informal family living with soaring timber ceilings and central open fireplace. The warmth and durability of quality hardwood timber boards is under foot. "L shaped" in design this central living area envelops and opens via exquisitely crafted joinery of high quality timber doors and windows (a feature throughout the home ) in two directions - to both private pool court and in manicured rear lawns and gardens, where lush vertically manicured vines carpet the homes exterior. The alfresco entertaining and pool-court is the hero of the home. Sun-drenched & northeast facing, it interconnects seamlessly with the internal living areas that surround it. Alfresco dining is under the shade of the historically influenced and European inspired, arched loggia. Alfresco lounging is on the adjacent sun deck, looking down the length of the pool with optional shade from market umbrellas. Citrus and herbs are on a raised lawn area at the far end of the garden from where water features cascade down into the tempting lap length below ground pool. These pool gardens, loggia and entertaining court combine to form an all weather piazza for outdoor living, bathed in sunshine, protected from prevailing weather, and set within tall walled green garden so that it is supremely private from the world outside. Also on the ground floor, is a home office in its own secluded wing with garden views, a third living area / tv room with quality built-in timber cabinetry- also with garden views, a wine cellar and a garage. On the first floor in the north-west wing, an expansive ocean view master suite opens on to a first floor balcony overlooking manicured gardens to the Indian Ocean horizon beyond. The walk-in robe is nearly the size of the bedroom itself. As is the ensuite. This is a retreat space for the adults of the home of grand and generous proportions and an experience within itself. The minor bedrooms rival the master bedroom in size. All are extremely generous in volume and capture beautiful landscaped green outlooks, which are interconnected via double timber French doors to first floor balconettes which feature wrought iron balustrades to match the interior stairwell. All enjoy an aspect over the tranquil landscaped pool gardens and/or the ocean. Life is good here...Welcome to The Windarra Precinct, City Beach DISCLAIMER: Whilst every care has been taken with the preparation of the particulars contained in the information supplied and believed to be correct, neither the agent nor the seller nor servants of both, guarantee their accuracy. Interested persons are advised to make their own enquiries and satisfy themselves in all respects. The particulars contained are not intended to form part of any contract.