10 Clarendon Road, Stanmore NSW 2048

A home of presence and enduring beauty, this double-fronted Federation residence stands as one of Stanmore's signature family homes on a 446sqm approx dual-access parcel. Showcasing the elegant proportions and fine craftsmanship of its c1905 heritage, the single-storey beauty has been architecturally remodelled with deep respect for the original home and a bold contemporary sensibility. Soaring 3.4m ceilings, ornate detailing and original fireplaces establish a mood of period grandeur, while a pavilion-style extension draws in perfect due-north light and opens the home to the garden. At its heart, a custom Calacatta marble island kitchen anchors the living space, with stackable doors creating a seamless transition to a sheltered alfresco lounge and a north-facing garden with a versatile studio or fourth bedroom/teen retreat. Italian hardware, tapware, fixtures and finishes speak to the quality of the transformation, complemented by a 20sqm basement and double garaging via Clarendon Lane. Around the corner from Stanmore village and 500m to the station, this is a distinguished home of substance, soul and exceptional family appeal. - Sunny and private dual access 443sqm approx on two titles - 12m frontage with a wraparound tessellated tile verandah - Polished Kauri floorboards and ornate 3.4m high ceilings - 3 large bedrooms all with a fireplace, 2 with built-in robes - Garden studio/4th bed or teen retreat, 2 designer bathrooms - Huge living room anchored by an original period fireplace - Sun-filled kitchen and dining/social zone opens to the garden - Custom kitchen with a Calacatta marble breakfast island - European appliances, new dishwasher and a steam oven - Covered dining terrace/alfresco lounge, north-facing garden - Sunny level lawn (room for a pool) and a basketball area - Attic storage with potential for a future 2nd storey (STCA) - Double lock-up garage with storage and easy rear lane access - Off-street parking at the front and huge lock-up storage