This Federation-style cottage strikes a stately pose on a generous parcel of land. Photo: One Agency Kane Downie.
You wouldn’t know to look at it from the street front, but behind a monumental hedge of lush greenery at 21 Mason Street, Thirroul, a unique family home strikes a stately pose on 715 sqm of prime northern suburbs real estate.
Of all its drawcards, selling agent Kane Downie of One Agency says people will love most the sympathetic remodelling of this distinctive Federation-style cottage, designed to add contemporary convenience to the warm and welcoming period charm.
“The current owners have loved living here and poured a lot into a thoughtful remodelling – and it shows in the beautiful juxtaposition between old-world charm and new,” he says.
“People are going to love the exquisite Federation era details like high ornate pressed metal ceilings and solid Oregon flooring, as much as they’ll love the modern facilities.”
The four-bedroom, two-bathroom home seems built as a backdrop to create lasting memories, with living spaces enhanced to join seamlessly with outdoor patios and verandas.
At the entry-level, a modern stone kitchen with a freestanding SMEG gas cooker and walk-in pantry flows out to the carpeted open-plan living room, which features striking picture windows.
This in turn opens out to a fabulous wraparound balcony capturing distant ocean views – one of two spots to share an alfresco meal or simply relax with a cuppa.
Also on this floor are three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and the stylish family bathroom featuring a claw-foot bath and shower.
The apparent tranquility of this locale, with its established gardens and sparkling inground pool, belies the convenient location. Photo: One Agency Kane Downie.
The home continues to sing on the lower level where an expansive bedroom suite – including an adjoining sitting room – will make a great parents’ retreat or guest room.
This floor also features a laundry with built-in cabinetry, a tub and an adjacent ensuite and connects to the real showstopper – the sunny backyard and entertainment space.
It starts with a spacious sundeck by an inviting solar-heated saltwater in-ground pool and deck, the ideal space to host pool parties or have a dip when you’re not in the mood for the beach.
Extensive landscaping has transformed the backyard into a cascading masterpiece, with established gardens and plenty of green space to kick a ball or run around with pets.
Other features include the garden shed and rainwater tanks, an electric security gate, a fully fenced perimeter, gas hot water and a remote access garage, which includes adjoining workshop/storage space.
“You don’t see it often, but the drive-through garage really brings all of these lower outdoor spaces together. You could easily open that out and it would create a great atmosphere for kids’ parties and entertaining in all weather,” Kane says.
Located 200 m from the cosmopolitan vibe of Thirroul Village shopping, dining and services, 250 m from Thirroul Public School and 400 m from express trains to Sydney or Wollongong. Thirroul Beach and Thirroul Pool are just 1.3 km away.
“Mason Street is a sweet little street overlooking town,” Kane says.
“A lot of people in this area go for the closest proximity they can to the mountain or ocean, but this has a really lovely connection to the town.
“This is what gives the location its charming Surry Hills vibe.”
For more information on 21 Mason Street, Thirroul contact Kane Downie at One Agency Kane Downie on 0409 969 032.
