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SOLD

207 Rowntree Street
Birchgrove

This home is an iconic colonial treasure

  • 2 bed
  • 1 bath
  • 1 car

SOLD

$1.908m

Mon 23 Mar 2020

SOLD

207 Rowntree Street
Birchgrove

This home is an iconic colonial treasure

'Available for private inspection'

Entrenched in the peninsula's early maritime history, this convict-built sandstone cottage stands proud as one of Birchgrove's earliest homes. Built on land granted to Thomas Baker in 1831, the property captures sweeping views over Mort Bay and the city skyline that unfolds as you journey through the home with the top floor retreat set against a spectacular harbour backdrop. A choice of indoor and outdoor living areas, beautiful craftsmanship and rear lane access to oversized garaging make this artisan's cottage a true historic treasure.

  • Spread over four levels all opening to outdoor entertaining spaces
  • Convict-cut sandstone walls, Kauri boards and original fireplaces
  • Fluid whole floor living and entertaining with a large gas kitchen
  • 2 bedrooms and a sitting room, wide balconies with city views
  • Top floor retreat with a dazzling city and Harbour Bridge panorama
  • 29sqm rooftop entertainer's terrace and a private walled courtyard
  • 26sqm lock-up garage, first time offered to the market in 20 years
  • Exclusive enclave, stroll to Birchgrove Park, 800m to the ferry wharf

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