The bidding on this beach house should be brisk if the agents can recreate our inspection experience.
As if the cloudless blue sky and gentle spring breeze weren’t enough, a pair of playful whales showed exquisite timing, breaching the water just as we ventured onto the deck to drink in the ocean views.
164 Barrenjoey Road, Newport NSW 2106
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Down a long drive, completely removed from any traffic noise, the property is whisper-quiet save for the crashing waves, with off-street parking for up to 12 cars.
The 1492-square-metre land parcel claims an eastern boundary at the high-water mark and comes with direct stairway access to Bungan Beach. Unlike most Sydney beaches, Bungan has no car access, so locals generally only have to share this stretch of golden sand with neighbours and keen surfers happy to tackle the steep climb down the public access paths.
“The good thing here is there are no tourists and it’s so private,” says agent Anthony Walls.
A well-considered floor plan means every room across the two-level home captures an ocean view – nowhere more dramatic than the main bedroom, where you’ll be hard-pushed to get out of bed given that the huge picture window dishes up a breathtaking Pacific panorama.
The open-plan living spaces extend to a broad, covered deck with space for long lunches and a spot of whale-watching. The marble-topped kitchen comes with a Gaggenau oven and Miele gas cooktop, while a wood-burning fireplace adds character in the adjoining lounge room.
Downstairs is another living space and a second entertaining deck, which in turn steps down to a large, level lawn and a mosaic-tiled pool.
There’s a triple garage housed within a separate building at the front of the property, where one garage space has been converted into a guest bedroom with an en suite. There’s also a covered terrace here connected to the kitchen, with espaliered bougainvillea lining the walls and a built-in barbecue.
“It’s one of those houses that will never date,” says Walls. “It’s like one of those La Jolla, California-style homes – they just keep fresh forever.”
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“Without a doubt, this is the best home on Bungan Beach. It’s private, it’s in immaculate condition and it’s got direct access to the sand.”
“Without a doubt, this is the best home on Bungan Beach. It’s private, it’s in immaculate condition and it’s got direct access to the sand.”
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