206 Wilson Street, Newtown

A fusion of classic architecture and inspired contemporary design, this architect-designed residence has spacious interiors opening to a north-facing courtyard garden.

One of Newtown's earliest grand homes, it has been cleverly extended for modern living with a glass pavilion featuring a huge informal living-dining zone & open-plan Caesarstone/stainless steel gas kitchen with abundant storage, a butler's pantry & seamless access to a side deck with built-in barbecue.

Hidden from the street, & set privately at the end of a secure gated driveway, the house has a generous floor plan with a flexible layout & a separate apartment for guests, teenagers or live-in staff.

In the original sandstone section, the entrance hall leads to a formal living room, two double bedrooms (both with built-in wardrobes) and a beautifully appointed Italian-tiled bathroom. Upstairs is a whole-floor main bedroom suite with an enormous bedroom (with a dressing zone & built-in wardrobes) & a large bathroom with a deep bath & twin rain showers.

Echoing the early history of the house are original features including exposed sandstone walls, wide Turpentine floorboards, leadlight windows and high ornate ceilings. Striking a bold contrast between the old and new is the glass-walled casual living space with contemporary finishes including polished concrete floors, built-in sound speakers & a Jetmaster gas fireplace.

On the upper level of the new section are a mezzanine home office and a 4th double bedroom that could be used as library, games or rumpus room. In the basement are a large laundry/utility room (with generous storage) and a chic powder room.

Additional features include custom-crafted cabinetry, ducted reverse-cycle air-conditioning, designer lighting, security gates, alfresco sitting & dining areas & off street parking.

Inspect Saturdays 11:45 to 12:15pm
Wednesdays 12:30 to 1:00pm