Located in Paddington, this architect designed home is an opulent retreat, nestled amidst landscaped gardens and established trees. Impressive from the outset, this home spans three magnificent levels, accompanied by a cutting edge exterior.

The stylish interior features dramatic design elements incorporating high-end finishes with energy efficiency of paramount importance. The kitchen hosts a complement of integrated appliances including a V Zug induction cooktop, rotisserie oven and combi-steam oven, integrated dishwasher, integrated Hafele twin fridge and freezer and instant hot water tap. The cabinetry has Blum fittings with auto touch opening overhead cupboards, and is finished with Spanish Limestone bench tops. The central island bench provides excellent functionality and flows to the adjacent living and dining area, and the expansive north facing deck with stunning city and suburban views.

Accommodation on the upper level offers two generous bedrooms, including the presidential master retreat. Immense in size, the space boasts a private deck, a custom built walk-in robe and a glamorous hotel style ensuite that is complete with walk-in shower, full size bath tub, dual vanities and is seamlessly finished with striking Patricia Urquiola tiles. The additional bedrooms on the lower level each have been designed with their own living area, walk-in robe, designer ensuite bathrooms, and one offers a kitchenette.

An alfresco area out the back provides an additional entertainment area and is complete with a sparkling in-ground pool and fire pit. A man cave on the ground floor provides excellent separation to ensure family harmony and is completely sound proofed.

This sensational home is filled with additional extras beyond what the eyes can see. Some of these include Jetmaster wood burning fireplace, under floor heating, digital keyless entry, custom cabinetry throughout, two powder rooms, 5.5 kilowatt solar power system, sensor strip lights under benches, highest rating thermal and acoustic insulation to walls and roof, 9000 litre concrete water tank, ample storage throughout, provisions for a dumbwaiter, tool workshop and a four car garage.

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