Balmain East ‘hidden gem’ next door to Fairfax grandson for sale

Waterfront properties in Balmain East are a special breed. Simmons St is a highly coveted cul-de-sac with a high pedigree of neighbours and No.5 is now listed for the first time in a decade.

5 Simmons St, Balmain East has a $15m price guide for a March 7 auction.

Waterfront properties in Balmain East are a special breed. Simmons St is a highly coveted cul-de-sac with a high pedigree of neighbours and No.5 is now listed for the first time in a decade.

Measuring more than 600sq m with a harbour frontage of more than 10m, Brookfield is a historic home with an impressive dress circle seat overlooking one of the world’s most iconic views.

Built in 1895, the property was named in honour of the County Cork region of Ireland that had been home to the first owners – an Irish sea captain’s widow and her six children.

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Brookfield is in a highly coveted cul-de-sac.

Wake up to Bridge views.

Today, the four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence with double garage is owned by Dianne Mahony who bought it for $6.5 million in 2014.

Over the past decade, Brookfield has been extensively restored throughout.

“Simmons St is a very tightly held street and waterfront homes don’t often come up and this one is pretty special,” said David Malouf, listing agent with Highland Property Double Bay who is marketing the property with a $15 million price guide for a March 7 auction.

“Brookfield is a hidden gem that has to be seen to be believed.”

The property stretches all the way down to the water line.

What a location!

Its high-profile neighbours include Angus White, the grandson of the late Lady Nancy and Sir Vincent Fairfax of the newspaper clan.

A slice of Sydney’s heritage, Brookfield not only has a privileged position with an enviable backdrop capturing everything from Barangaroo and the Harbour Bridge to Luna Park and Me-mel Island, but it also has a functional floor plan, picturesque north east facing gardens, two private slipways and a handy boat house.

The ground floor houses an open plan lounge room and dining area with marble fireplaces, high detailed ceilings and French doors opening to a traditional wraparound veranda and the landmark outlook. A family meals area adjoins the contemporary kitchen with outdoor access, a laundry and bathroom.

Upstairs there are four bedrooms, including the main with elevated 180-degree harbour views and a fireplace, plus a bathroom and convenient separate toilet.

The home is down the road from Nicholson Street Public School and within easy access of the Bamain East Ferry wharf as well as Illoura Reserve on the waterfront.

Originally published as Balmain East ‘hidden gem’ next door to Fairfax grandson for sale