By ANNA USHER

For the first time in more than 100 years, an original Federation estate held by one family has been listed on the Balmoral Slopes.

It is a true Mosman unicorn, and for a buyer who wants to restore ‘Kooringal’ to its former grandeur, it presents the opportunity of a lifetime.

The four-bedroom home sits on an 866sqm corner block in a quiet one-way street, and offers dual street access, with breathtaking views across Clontarf and Grotto Point to Manly, North Head and beyond.

“Offering exceptional potential, this distinguished residence is ready to be restored to its former grandeur and transformed into a magnificent family home,” Croll Real Estate Director Andrew Croll said.

Behind the sandstone entrance and tessellated tiles, the house is mostly in original condition, with high ornate ceilings, leadlight windows and fireplaces still in place.

Ceilings soar to 3.3 metres across two levels of living, with formal and casual living and dining, a covered verandah and sunroom, and an original kitchen.

The master bedroom – one of four – has a bay window, there is a bathroom on each level, and a covered alfresco patio opens off the casual living room to level lawns and established gardens at the front and rear of the house.

“This distinguished residence presents exceptional scope to introduce contemporary comforts while preserving the architectural charm and elegance of its original design,” Mr Croll said.

“It is a remarkable piece of Mosman’s history, with immense potential to be transformed into a grand and sophisticated family home for generations to come.”

Details:

• Estate sale, held by one family for three generations
• First time on the market in more than 100 years
• Built in 1902, freestanding on a corner block
• Dual access from Arbutus Street and Evans Lane
• Harbour views across Clontarf and Grotto Point to Manly and North Head
• Two levels of living with 3.3m ceilings
• Sandstone entrance, tessellated tiles and a wide entrance vestibule
• Ornate ceilings, leadlight and sash windows, panelled doors and fireplaces
• Formal and informal living and dining, plus a covered veranda and sunroom
• Four bedrooms, master with bay window
• Upper-level retreat with kitchenette and bathroom
• Bathrooms on both levels plus a separate WC
• Lock-up garage for 2+ cars plus a carport for two
• Under-house space with wine cellar potential