While the blue bloods of Melbourne only tend to flock to the Morning Peninsula when the mercury rises, well-heeled Sydneysiders can enjoy the tranquillity of the Northern Beaches year-round. While not technically on the coveted peninsula, this home located at 14 Bassett Street, Mona Vale, is as fine a modern seaside residence as we’ve seen.
It’s not every day you come across a property that’s been so thoughtfully designed, but the team behind the 2019 rebuild of 14 Bassett Street, Mona Vale, knew exactly what they were doing. Situated on a nicely proportioned 1,284m² block, the address features two separate residences: one main home and another self-contained, Italian-inspired, guest house.
The guest house has its own kitchen, living space, and porch from which to enjoy the uninterrupted views of Basin Beach and Mona Vale Beach beyond. While Basin Beach is the closest strip of golden sand — only 300m from the front door — Mona is equally accessible with the rockpool also within walking distance, perfect for laps at sunrise.
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The location is an absolute ripper, and the guest house is a nice-to-have, but the main residence at 14 Bassett Street, Mona Vale, is more than worth writing home about alone. Containing four bedrooms and three bathrooms (as well as a garage for four cars), the polished concrete and timber surfaces of the main living area and kitchen are very tastefully done.
Spanning three levels connected via an elevator and set of stairs, the main attraction of the lowest level is the 1,000-bottle wine cellar. It’s the next level where you’ll want to spend your long summer afternoons, lounging on the balcony or in the light-filled living room, enjoying the prime views out across the ocean.
With the inclusion of a home office, the property transforms from one that demands a commute into the city, to a set-up so idyllic you’d probably never want to leave. And, if you do need to make the drive into the big smoke, it’s only 45 minutes away (on a good day!).
The sale of 14 Bassett Street, Mona Vale, is being managed by the team at LJ Hooker Palm Beach, who are currently seeking expressions of interest. Regarding a price guide, data from Domain suggests a target of $9 million.
