23 Vista Street, Sans Souci, NSW, 2219, Australia

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Known as 'Ellesmere'- a family estate of timeless beauty, grandeur and palatial proportions standing proudly alongside Kogarah Bay. This Victorian Gothic style sandstone mansion has been tightly held since it was built c. 1883 for the Premier of NSW, Joseph Carruthers.

Featuring five king sized bedrooms, Italian quartzite gourmet kitchen with butlers' pantry, stunning bathrooms and multiple alfresco areas offering tranquil views of Kogarah Bay. The property has been thoughtfully transformed over four years blending its breathtaking character features with modern integrations allowing for seamless luxury living.

You are welcomed through the tessellated tile porch and marble floored entrance, flowing through to further original Victorian features such as the sandstone walls, ornate mouldings and vaulted patterned ceilings, marble fireplaces, sash windows, balustrade style balconies, leadlight windows and doors, decorative joinery and chandeliers throughout. 'Ellesmere' also offers modern upgrades including Natural Brush Box hardwood floors, high-end kitchen appliances, 4 star energy-rated under floor and ceiling reverse cycle air conditioning, an in ground salt water swimming pool, spa and 6 person sauna, and offers a once in a lifetime opportunity in Sans Souci's most highly coveted addresses with waterfront access perfect for boating enthusiasts.

• Tri-level mansion over approximately 1200 square metres, divided into a lower level with a flexible floorplan dedicated to the art of living, a second-floor accommodation zone featuring five bedrooms, and a top-level attic with a stunning outlook, offering approximately 533sqm of internal living space (not including balconies).
• Grand entrance featuring stunning marble floor and leadlight doors
• Soaring ornate ceilings, timber flooring and sophisticated fireplaces
• Formal and casual living and dining areas allowing for comfortable family or multigenerational living
• New kitchen and butler's pantry with federation profile cabinetry, period handles and Italian Dolce Vita quartzite benchtops, Zip Tap, zoneless Miele induction cooktops, Siemens pyrolytic ovens, integrated dishwashers, brushed nickel tapware
• New bathrooms with federation profile cabinetry, modern amenities and federation style brushed nickel tapware
• Oversized bedrooms, main featuring ensuite and walk-in wardrobe with luxurious island storage, two bedrooms offering wall to wall built-in wardrobes and balcony access, with another offering lounge area, bookshelf and private balcony access
• Attic space with seven skylights, gymnasium and home office
• Outdoor features in-ground salt water pool and spa, sauna, cabana and deck area
• Established gardens, solar panels, energy efficient cooling, Chubb Security system
• Located moments to Sans Souci's shops and restaurants along Rocky Point Road, St George Motorboard club, Sans Souci Public School, St Finbar's Catholic Primary School and bus stops. Also only a short drive to Dolls Point Beach, Miranda Westfield, Motorways and Sydney Airport