By ANNA USHER

Entire ground floor residences just footsteps from the golden sands of Balmoral Beach are few and far between.

Offered for the first time since 1984, this four-bedroom, family sized duplex has attracted a stampede of local downsizers this week, keen to put their own stamp on the immaculate art deco duplex at 2/5 Hunter Rd

Overlooking Hunter Park, the property is a rare find on 269 sqm, with all important parking and a lush, North Facing Tropical garden.

Megan Thomas from Belle Property said the home had been “cherished” by one family for 40 years, who have enjoyed the ultimate lifestyle that comes with a prestigious Balmoral address.

“The residence is in a dream location and is an ideal property for empty nesters who want to stay in the area,” she said.

“The size and sheer scale of the house is something you don’t see very often, and then of course you have the Esther Rd address, meaning the beach is a 30 second level walk away.”

A self-contained studio with separate entry is the icing on the cake, ideal as a guest house or teen retreat with its own kitchen, laundry, sun room and deck.

“The residence is a perfect Mosman home, with the beach and Rocky Point Island at the doorstep and Hunter Park as a virtual extension of the front verandah,” Ms Thomas said.

“This is beachside living at its best, footsteps to cafes and a level stroll along the foreshore to local institutions including The Boathouse and Bathers’ Pavilion.”

Details:

• House-like garden residence with 269sqm plus parking
• Private entry with wide terrace overlooking Balmoral Beach
• Bright and airy interiors with newly polished timber floors
• 4 double bedrooms, 2 with built-in robes, 2 bathrooms
• King-sized main bed with French doors to a wide verandah
• Sun-filled living space with an entertainer’s island kitchen
• Atrium style dining spills out to the lush tropical backyard
• Private self-contained garden studio with separate entry
• Casual living or TV room, underfloor heating, ample storage
• Hunter Park playground across the street, 50m to the beach
• Enjoy a morning swim or kayak, 50m to Balmoral Beach Club
• Walk up to Mosman village, 800m to Balmoral Baths and wharf.