34 Bydown Street

Beautifully revived and innovatively recreated, this c1890s cottage has been transformed by a sustainable renovation and two-storey extension. Holding a discreet Victorian frontage within the heart of Neutral Bay, discover the undeniable charm of this rare and endearing home tucked away within a leafy urban pocket. This is an incredibly flexible and sustainable house, intrinsically connected to its environment, by a series of bi-fold doors and windows that completely retract seamlessly, transporting the outside inward. A quiet and private oasis to be enjoyed year round, the alfresco dining is protected by an upper-level, remote operated Vergola off the first-floor terrace. The original residence and architecturally designed recent addition are linked by stunning Ironbark timber flooring and the continuation of lofty old-world proportions including a majestic double-height ceiling, which allows natural sunlight. Delivering versatile living spaces with movable walls, the home office and upper level family room are easily adaptable to suit various lifestyles and family configurations. Superbly central yet incredibly peaceful, an assortment of the North Shore's best cafes and restaurants are just 50ms away at Neutral Bay Junction. Travel into the city centre in mere minutes with the B-line bus stop just 280m away, there is also prized rear lane access to an oversized lock-up garage. Accommodation - Soaring void above the open-plan living area enhancing natural light and air-flow - Centrepiece AGA freestanding gas cooker within the open-plan entertainer's kitchen - Kitchen is united by Caesarstone benchtops and modern shaker profile cabinetry - Lounge room warmed by a gas fireplace, window seats underneath bi-fold windows - Versatile upper-level, family room or teenage retreat - Master bedroom featuring 2 sets of built-in robes, traditional downstairs guest room - Home office and 2nd bedroom with the unique ability to be open-plan or closed off - 2 bathrooms appointed with artisan floor tiles and frameless glass shower screens - First floor air-conditioning Features - Bi-fold doors and windows featuring seamless flyscreens for day/night ventilation - Backyard featuring a landscaped garden, neat lawn, vertical garden and pizza oven - Environmental water tank plumbed to the garden, washing machine and toilets - 9sqm of walk in roofline storage, under-stair storage and ample built-in robes - A selection of clever skylights, light-wells and strategically placed windows - Secure garaging with storage, alarm system, concealed laundry - High powered solar panels on roof powering electricity throughout, plus separate solar hot water system - 110m to Neutral Bay Public School and surrounded by a selection of leading private schools - Cosmopolitan convenience at its best; cafes, bars, shops and bus at your doorstep with Military road just 50m away. ** All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable, however we cannot guarantee or give any warranty to the information provided. Details Benoit Guittonneau 0416 514 010 or Chris Girling 0404 856 976 Looking for a home loan? Contact Loan Market's Matt Clayton, our preferred broker. He doesn't work for the banks, he works for you. Call him on 0414 877 333 or visit loanmarket.com.au/lower-north-shore