8 Pine Street, Newtown

A clever architect-designed reinvention has transformed this traditional Victorian terrace into a unique family haven that combines period elegance with contemporary design. Expertly integrating indoors and out to provide a stylish entertainers' retreat, it offers excellent lifestyle convenience in a peaceful north Newtown enclave.

Behind its gracious facade is a large three-level layout with formal lounge and dining spaces featuring high ceilings, ornate marble fireplaces and polished floors. The sleek modern kitchen has stone benchtops and s/steel appliances and flows out to a custom barbecue patio and landscaped courtgarden. There is also a secure car space and storage shed with rear access from Randle Lane.

The bedrooms are all on the upper levels and include a main with French doors that open to a lacework front balcony, plus there is an attic level fourth bedroom or home office. Other features include two renovated bathrooms, excellent built-in storage and air conditioning in the main bedroom.

This premier location is just footsteps to Hollis Park and within easy walking distance to local cafes, Eveleigh Farmers' Market, King Street dining and a choice of train stations.