“Kirkoswald House” at 2 Kirkoswald Avenue, Mosman, sits on a huge level 2,163sqm block. Within this immaculate garden, sits a beautiful example of a true Mosman style Georgian manor. Mosman’s leafy streets are famous for the gracious Federation homes, but in some streets, there are exceptional gems nestled on large level grounds, and this home typifies this.
The Residence – “Kirkoswald House”
This exquisite home has a flexible layout, set up now with four/five large bedrooms. There also a grand study, and 3.5 stylish bathrooms.
old world study reminiscent of Downton Abbey
one of three and a half bathrooms
You could quite easily think you were on a country estate in the Southern Highlands, but this gorgeous home is only 22 minutes via the ferry to the CBD, in Mosman.
This lovely home also has a wide traditional sandstone-flagged verandah surrounds the house. Perfect for an afternoon tea with friends.
wrap around sandstone verandah
elegant verandah and entrance
Interior Design – Georgian Manor
Impeccably restored, the interiors are by acclaimed designer Thomas Hamel. There are both formal and relaxed entertaining areas. The casual living areas feature a slow wood-burning fire with French doors to the interior courtyard.
original features with modern touches
The master suite opens onto to the garden, with the ensuite a large beautiful spa type bathroom.
Perfect for guests, the fourth bedroom is tucked away in its own wing with a separate entrance.
The living areas of sympathetically designed in the Georgian period with contemporary technology. A formal lounge and dining area is made more inviting by a gas log fire.
The heart of the home is a stunning Carrara marble and stainless steel kitchen with Ilve appliances and a breakfast bar.
glamorous kitchen styling
Georgian manor – The Garden
The idyllic grounds have been revived by landscape designer Annie Wilkes.
Two garages hold 3 car spaces, the driveway provides additional guest parking behind gates.
The gardens consist of large areas of flat lawn with boxed hedges, and there is a pool and spa privately tucked away by vine-covered pergolas.
This Georgian manor is a short walk to both Chinaman’s and Balmoral Beaches and a 5-minute drive to Mosman village.
Source: Domain.com
