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’Eleanor Villa’ c1856 is a grand and freestanding sandstone residence on the Balmain peninsula near Mort Bay and Ballast Point Park. Authentically restored and sensitively enhanced with respect to its gracious origins, the home presents as a testament to the owner’s devotion to preserving and maintaining architectural integrity. Captivating harbour district views sweep across Snails Bay to Sydney’s northern skyline, with further outlooks to the Anzac Bridge and the city from the upper level, while rare and compelling period features include early Georgian patterned cast iron balustrading, exemplifying the quality of period detailing showcased throughout. Spacious living areas, versatile accommodation and modern comforts, together with the finest building materials and timeless craftsmanship, combine to create a distinguished home of remarkable calibre in one of the area’s finest locations.

- Private front garden with intricate stonework and fish pond
- Reconstructed wraparound verandahs with hardwood decking
- High ceilings, picture rails and original Baltic pine floorboards
- Formal and casual lounge/dining areas opening to the verandah
- Modern kitchen featuring Miele appliances and gas cooking
- Three beds and main bath upstairs, master with a full ensuite
- 4th bed/office has adjoining powder room and separate entry
- Versatile basement level studio, storage areas and wine cellar
- Ducted and split air conditioning, lock-up garage plus carport
- 250m to Birchgrove Oval and city buses, 750m from the ferry
- Approx. 1.0km to Darling Street village including Woolworths