A Contemporary Beachside Pad Hits The Market
With panoramic ocean views, this Freshwater property is sure to make a splash.
By Terry Christodoulou
Fri, Mar 5, 2021 2:56am
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A contemporary waterfront pile, footsteps from the sands of Freshwater beach has just come on the market.
This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 3-car parking residence designed by award-winning architecture firm Brewster Hjorth spans three levels and maximises its coastal appeal through the use of raw timbers, off-form concrete, copper adornments and glazed glass doors and facades to soak in the incredible views.
The first-floor homes the open-plan kitchen, living and dining areas and is privy to high-ceiling and a glazed façade that overlooks the ocean. It’s also here that timber features of Spotted gum, Ebony and Oregon come to the fore.
The kitchen is replete with Marblo resin benchtops, stainless steel side benches alongside Gaggenau and Miele appliances. Also on this floor is the butler’s pantry, which offers temperature-controlled wine storage, a bathroom and a home office that can be converted into a guest room with a murphy bed.
Downstairs sees the bulk of the bedrooms, all of which enjoy built-in robes, alongside a home cinema, laundry, bathroom and storage room.
The master suite sits alone on the top floor and is privy to a walk-in-robe, ensuite and its own rooftop courtyard.
Also on the top level is the deck which offers panoramic watery views and is the ideal entertaining space with its own outdoor kitchen.
Further, two private rear courtyards are lined with a tropical garden, while a hot and cold outdoor shower is ideal for a post-swim rinse off.
Throughout the home sees a combination of terrazzo and timber flooring, which is all heated underfoot while a keypad entry and Sonos surround system round out the tech features.
Settled in the sought-after retreat of Freshwater Basin, the residence is a short stroll to Freshwater Village and Harbord Diggers and an easy walk to Manly beach.
The listing is with Clarke & Humel Property’s Michael Clarke (+61 402 425 486) and Mike Dunn +61 409 317 335). 48 Ocean View Road Freshwater, NSW, price guide, $10million.
This article was originally published by Robb Report ANZ
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A Mid-Century Modern home in Carmel, California, hit the market on Friday for just the third time in 70 years with a listing price of $4.25 million.
Located in the community of Carmel Highlands, the house is just steps from the coastline and comes with private beach access, according to the listing with Tim Allen of Coldwell Banker Realty in Northern California. Allen was not immediately available for comment.
The property last changed hands in 2010 when Hollywood screenwriter Richard Outten bought it for $990,000, public records show. Outten penned the screenplays for the 1992 movie “Pet Sematary Two” and the 1987 film “Lionheart,” and created the story for the 2012 “Journey to the Center of the Earth” sequel, “Journey 2: The Mysterious Island.” He was not immediately available for comment.
Built in 1953, the home’s mid-century charm has been preserved over the years while still being updated for modern living. Interior details include wood paneling, exposed-brick walls and beamed ceilings.
The single-level house has 1,785 square feet, which includes three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Though not directly on the water, large windows flanking the adobe-brick, wood-burning fireplace look out at the ocean.
Sliding glass doors create a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living. Outside, there’s a large patio surrounded by lush landscaping, and there are also meandering paths through sustainable succulent gardens, according to the listing.
In addition to its close proximity to the beach, the home is a 10-minute walk from downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea.
As of July, the median list price in Carmel is $3.1 million, up 8% from last year, even as active listings have increased 50% year over year, according to data from Realtor.com.
