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The luxury residence has its own private indoor pool plus its own outdoor spa, more than 360sq m of internal space, a glass garage visible from the living area and views from the harbour to the ocean.
From the street Villia, at 1/131 Victoria Rd, Bellevue Hill, looks like a majestic home set behind ornate wrought-iron gates. But behind those gates are very private and bespoke homes poised on a hill where each residence has its own lift, pool and sauna.
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Highland Double Bay Malouf director David Malouf said the market had never seen anything like this level of luxury living, the penthouse has just been unveiled and buyers were wowed.
'The level of craftsmanship and luxury finishes at this scale has taken prestige living to another level,' he said.
The four-bedroom, five-bathroom residence with double parking has a $17.5m price guide in an expressions of interest campaign.
The property promises privacy, timeless architectural style and impeccable detailing all within moments of harbour beaches, village cafes and prestigious schools.
A lot of thought, imagination and craftsmanship has gone into this tri-level villa which has a huge sense of scale and a subtle nod to European architecture.
Developer Travis Su, of Skyland, has spoken of his desire to create timeless design without compromising on space and with families and downsizers in mind.
Su talks about a home being a place for celebration and entertaining as well as rest. The Villia has been inspired by romantic memories of European travel. There are soft curves in the architecture, lots of light and even handmade glass especially for this project.
There is also an emphasis on wellness at home with the pool, spa, sauna and northeast facing terrace and therapeutic view. Plus there is an entertainment level with 10m of bar joinery with a Subzero wine fridge.
The living areas have heated natural stone floors, Venetian plastered ceilings and custom-made joinery with integrated real flame gas fireplace. There are multiple living spaces including lounge, family and a flexible living space with timber flooring that could be used as a home office, studio or cinema.
The main bedroom suite has its own private stone balcony, a designer dressing station and a pair of walk-in wardrobes. Again there is underfloor heating in the ensuite, dual vanities, a freestanding bath and beautiful brass detailing.
Each of the other three bedrooms have their own ensuite.
And the spacious terrace with the stone-clad spa has a custom-designed barbecue.
Other features include smart home automation, ducted reverse cycle airconditioning, skylights and even the laundry has stone finishes and brass tapware.
Floor to ceiling Vitrocsa glass doors frame the view from inside and the interiors connect seamlessly.
Finally, car lovers will appreciate the glass garage that sits above the dining area with a switch to convert the glass from clear to opaque. Quite stunning.
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