Dolans Bay landmark manor set on 4,000sqm hits market for first time in 50 years
One of the largest single residential land holdings in the Sutherland Shire has today hit the market for the first time in 50 years, offering a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure a heritage listed landmark property overlooking the glittering Dolans Bay.
Highland property agents Mitchell Wynn and Laura Mckay have today taken 698 Port Hacking Road ‘Tranquility’ to the market for the first time since 1973.
Reminiscent of a grand country manor, the 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom waterfront estate rests over 4,000sqm of landscaped grounds containing cascading landscaped gardens extending beyond an in-ground swimming pool.
Dating back to 1939, the home was originally built by Sydney celebrity Cecil ‘Pa’ Stevenson, founder of 2UE radio station and one of the first inhabitants of the area surrounding Dolans Bay.
Cecil, who was affectionately known as “The Father of Commercial Radio”, chose the 3-acre site for its rare north-east aspect over Burraneer and and Dolans Bays, deliberately setting the home back from the water’s edge to capture views of the waterway. The home was considered highly elaborate by the standards of the time, befitting the radio icon’s status. Cecil sold the property in 1954 and it has had just three subsequent owners.
The property is a highly sought-after opportunity, due to its distinctive architectural style including gabled roof detailing, colonnaded terraces, wrought iron balcony railings and distinctive brickwork. It remains one of the largest single residential land holdings in the district.
Tranquility is currently listed with a price guide of $10,000,000
“We are very excited to be bringing such a rare piece of Sydney history to the market. Tranquility is an architectural marvel, and one which is unlikely to ever be repeated,” said Mr Wynn.
“The substantial size of this property makes it exceptionally rare in the current marketplace where we are witnessing a significant shortage of large-scale, prestige family homes.
“As the first resident in the Dolans Bay area, Cecil was able to secure what is undoubtedly one of the most enviable addresses in the Sutherland Shire, with panoramic water views, park-like gardens and generous indoor and outdoor living areas.”
The interiors of the heritage mansion are a blend of original architecture – including elegant timber columns, ornate fireplace, cast iron railings, high ceilings, decorative cornices, terrazzo floors and many original light fittings – integrated seamlessly alongside modern living amenities such as a family-size gourmet kitchen with a walk-in pantry and quality appliances. Tranquility also features private leisure facilities including a deep waterfront with boat shed, jetty and pontoon.
For more information contact Mitchell Wynn on 0401 059 310.