This Wombarra home sets a benchmark for private waterfront living. Photos: Ray White.
There aren’t many places in the Northern Illawarra where you can trade your morning coffee for a saltwater soak in under 60 seconds.
From the back steps of 633 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Wombarra, the suburb’s beautiful coastline becomes an extension of the living room.
This permanent front-row seat to the Pacific Ocean is perfectly framed by an architecturally designed residence that Ray White’s Mattias Samuelsson says invites a coastal lifestyle straight out of a dream.
“Think sunrise swims, long lunches on the deck and poolside cocktails, with the sound of the waves below,” he says.
Set on more than 800 sqm, the residence is wrapped in a striking modern shell. Inside, the home’s tiered layout creates a flow of stone, timber and glass, strategically designed to ensure the ocean is rarely out of sight.
The unmistakable heart of the home is the open plan kitchen, dining and living room.
The designer kitchen is beautifully appointed with warm timber cabinetry, stone benchtops, premium appliances and a substantial island that will play anchor point to family meal preparation.
Adjoining is the living and dining zone, complete with a fireplace to guarantee cosy coastal weekends.
“There are amazing spaces for all kinds of moments on this property,” Mattias says.
Through floor-to-ceiling glazed glass stackable doors that tuck neatly into a wall cavity, this space spills onto a superlative outdoor entertaining domain, complete with an infinity pool, timber deck and beautifully landscaped surrounds — a setting of complete indulgence.
“It offers incredible indoor-outdoor flow, which, in this location, is exactly what you want,” Mattias says.
“It all takes in uninterrupted views of the ocean beyond, making it perfect for a quiet afternoon retreat or lively entertaining.”
Accommodation is thoughtfully separated, the upper level main retreat being a true escape, featuring a walk-in robe, a beautifully finished two-way bathroom and access to the ocean-facing deck complete with an outdoor bath.
A separate studio is ideal as a guest retreat, home office, wellness space or creative escape.
Other useful features include a large secure garage with internal access, solar power and extensive storage.
With effortless connection to nature, you’ll enjoy ocean swims, coastal walks and nearby rock pools.
“The back steps lead to the rock shelf, and a rockpool carved within,” Mattias says. “The story goes miners or rail workers carved it long ago as a place for nurses from the nearby hospital to go for a dip after their long shifts.”
Local cafes, school and shops are all within easy reach, while Sydney CBD is about one hour away and Wollongong just 30 minutes south.
The price guide for this property is $5 million.
For more information on 633 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Wombarra, call Ray White’s Mattias Samuelsson on 0466 627 226.
