9 Wentworth Parade, Balmoral, Qld 4171

Situated in one of the most elevated positions on Balmoral's premier street, this incredible architecturally re-imagined Queenslander has only recently been completed and provides a stunning blend of timeless character charm and ultra-modern amenities.

The 20.3m frontage allows for a commanding street presence that pays homage to the original c1925 character home while hinting at the new age fusion that lies within. 
 
Entry is via the modern architectural arbour up the central staircase and through to the entrance foyer.  Once inside, the incredible city and district views from the full height glass picture window and large entertaining verandah, offer point blank views of the Story Bridge, Teneriffe Woolstores, and brilliant city lights at night. 

'Kettering' is exquisitely curated. Proceeding through the home, stunning period features, including ornate ceilings and cornices, casement windows, hardwood boards, traditional timber picture rails and columns have been painstakingly maintained, while merging unique additions such as rake ceilings and designer European lighting, adding a level of fine detail rarely seen in Queenslander renovations. 

The dining room is at the heart of the home, part of a seamless journey between both the kitchen and formal living area and is the perfect place for entertaining while enjoying the gun barrel city views through the picture window. 

A striking island bench of Black Forest Gold granite announces the sophisticated kitchen, which is oriented to the rear of the home. The space is finished to an extremely high standard, from the quality integrated full Miele appliance suite, bespoke tapware, abundant storage, to the translucent Louis Poulsen feature lighting. 

Traditional features include hints of original VJ walls and original ceiling detail, whilst the contemporary space also incorporates sliding glass doors and a large skylight, filling the top floor with light and channelling the sea breeze through the home.  

The transition between inside and outside living is in complete harmony throughout this exquisite home.  The kitchen space flows effortlessly onto the generous rear tiled kitchen patio which is embraced by lush mature gardens, in three zones. The top tier is verdant and tranquil, featuring a stunning vertical garden and bar area, nestled among the trees.  An inherent sense of calm and quiet has been achieved by designer landscape architects, Seed Landscape Design. 

A spa, deck and spa house comprise the mid-level, wrapped within the lush plantings of the third tier; a rain forest zone that provides a place to unwind, no matter the temperature and season. 

Rounding out the top floor is a luxurious, serene and cosseting main bedroom suite, featuring more stunning city views from the front and tranquil private garden views to the rear. The retreat includes a beautiful ensuite bathroom and large walk-in dressing room.

A second large private lounge, featuring the original bay window framing brilliant city views, lies between the lounge dining area and the master suite. 

The fusion theme continues downstairs with black butt polished boards and clean finishes transitioning to a more modern industrial palate, featuring polished concrete and exposed steel beams. 

The ground floor provides three further double bedrooms, as well as a flexible use larger room, that could be used as a 5th bedroom or zoned living room. This fifth bedroom/sitting room would also make a perfect home office, being readily accessed directly from the front gate through the large glass and timber doors at the front of the home, without disturbing family life.  

A large family bathroom, and a generous laundry, including a 6m long storage wall, and a further powder room, are also offered downstairs.

On this level there is a large double garage, and off-street parking for a further 2 cars behind the secure front electric gates.  

External feature lighting gives the home a striking appearance at night, highlighting the arbour and feature front to the street and providing a 'party-ready' feel to the garden surrounding the spa house.

Further features of this fine home include:

·	4/5 double bedrooms with inbuilt robes downstairs
·	Stone bench tops throughout
·	2 bathrooms and 2 powder rooms
·	Wonderful sea breeze and light maximised throughout
·	Fully air conditioned
·	Inside outside kitchen/dining spaces
·	Moody wine cellar

This home conveys a deep sense of elegance and grace, whilst offering bespoke, designer features for contemporary year-round entertaining. One of the finest Queenslander renovations in Balmoral, 'Kettering' offers a unique combination of position, size, views, versatility and a quality of finish that would be extraordinarily hard to match. 
 
Contact Brandon Wortley on 0447 269 591 or Bri Suey on 0412 720 744 for further information.