Designed in 1868 by architect Thomas Rowe, with federal and state heritage listings over the house, grounds and trees, this is an historically significant property.

This peerless freestanding inner-city 3,326sqm waterfront estate with a magnificent, faithfully maintained Victorian Italianate sandstone manor is one of Elizabeth Bay's largest landholdings.

Sprawling park-like grounds meander down to a private sea pool, boathouse, jetty and three deep-water moorings.

With soaring ceilings and original preserved classic bay windows, slate roof, turned timber staircase, and marble fireplaces, the home has a vast, versatile two-storey layout with up to eight bedrooms, including a private master wing, plus two studies or dressing rooms, along with  an additional, self-contained two-bedroom flat and former stables transformed into offices with cellar/storage.

There are two full kitchens, a charming glass sunroom, grand formal and casual entertaining spaces, and a breathtaking uninterrupted northerly harbour panorama gazing to the Manly skyline.

There is double garaging with internal access and a second driveway with guest parking in the courtyard.

Privately nestled in the exclusive Elizabeth Bay Loop, moments to Rushcutters Bay and Beare parks, this freestanding Elizabeth Bay property is exceptionally rare.

See more of 'Tresco', including additional photos, video and floor plans on Luxury List.

To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Ken Jacobs of Ken Jacobs, Christie's International Real Estate Double Bay or Darren Curtis of Ken Jacobs Christie's International Real Estate Double Bay or Brad Pillinger of Pillinger Real Estate Double Bay.

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