25 Monash Crescent, Clontarf

One of an exclusive few residences anchored to the pristine shores of Clontarf Beach, this near-original absolute beachfront property presents a once-in-a-lifetime blank canvas opportunity to design one of Sydney's most prestigious designer lifestyle residences (STCA). Immersed in an intimate Middle Harbour backdrop with views to Chinamas Beach and ever-changing scenes of yachts and cruisers gliding by the backyard, the stately home features multiple living spaces spread across two levels and easy flow to a vast palm-studded entertainers' terraces and a courtyard poised over the beachfront and harbour. Set on 600sqm of near-level land nestled amid a sublime lifestyle playground with tranquil parks, a netted harbour pool, cafes and marinas by the doorstep, its serene coastal setting is seemingly a million miles from care yet only minutes from schools, shopping, Manly Beach and the Sydney CBD.

* Tightly held for 30 years and one of a limited number of absolute beachfront properties in Sydney
* Panoramic point-blank views over to Chinamans Beach stretch to the marinas at The Spit and Balmoral
* Large entrance foyer, living room with cathedral ceilings and an adjoining dining room by the tidy gas kitchen
* A spacious family room and media/billiards room revel in harbour views and open to the rear beachfront gardens
* Giant upstairs sunroom with curved glass walls creating the impression of a ship bow suspended above the water
* Upstairs landing or study area, spacious bedrooms, spotless near original bathrooms, high ceilings
* Rear entertainers' terraces sweep around the semi-circular walls of the family room and reveal dreamy harbour views
* A sunny courtyard hovers over the beach and showcases shimmering harbour panoramas to marinas at Balmoral and The Spit
* Short stroll to city buses and Balgowlah Heights Public School, minutes to village shops at Balgowlah Heights and Balgowlah
* Solid full brick foundations for renovations or a premium site for a brand new trophy beach house (STCA)
* Double lock-up garage with laundry and w/c at the rear plus internal access to the residence

Council: $9234pa approx.
Water: $691PA approx.