12 Dendrobium Crescent, Elanora Heights, NSW 2101

Nestled within one of Sydney's most exclusive pockets, Elanora Heights offers a unique blend of nature, peace, and privacy. This tranquil enclave is defined by just four secluded streets, bordered by two expansive national parks and two prestigious golf courses. Here, residents enjoy an abundance of natural beauty and a serene lifestyle that could place you just about anywhere in rural Australia and yet is just minutes from multiple beaches and modern conveniences.

Most properties in this sought-after area were developed in the mid-1980s, each designed for residential living. In recent years, many homes have undergone significant renovations or redevelopments, reflecting the area's enduring appeal and commitment to luxurious living.

This architect-designed residence is set on a scenic 5 acres. Accessed via a long driveway that winds through lush grounds with a running creek and dam. This award-winning residence has been crafted to seamlessly integrate with the outdoors with stunning bush views from every angle.

The renovated interiors with streamlined contemporary design aesthetics are enhanced by the wall-to-wall glass, highlighting the large indoor/outdoor pool as a striking centrepiece of daily life. The intuitive floorplan offers a new kitchen, separate dining room, media/tv room and mezzanine level study, library and covered balcony. This comprehensive estate offers self-contained accommodation or office, and a rustic guest cottage that enhances family flexibility. The substantial veggie patch and chicken coop provide a sustainable way of living and the award winning honey taken from this property adds to the flexibility this property offers to the eco minded buyer. The championship-size tennis court and neighbouring clubhouse offer the perfect environment for active lifestyles.

Exquisite endemic gardens featuring Waratahs, Banksias, and ancient Grass Trees plus a large rock feature reminiscent of 'Uluru' sitting below a vast sandstone escarpment. The sprawling lawns are embraced by natural bushland frequented by wildlife such as Wallabies, Black Cockatoos, Lyrebirds and more. There is simply no other property like it.

With a rare RU5 Large Lot Residential zoning allowing you to fully capitalise on your acreage, offering the possibility of adding a secondary dwelling as well as dual occupancy (STCA). Whether you're looking to expand, or simply enjoy, the possibilities are extensive and in line with the ongoing trend of property enhancement in this exclusive community.

Key features include:

? Three bedrooms in the main residence with built-ins, master suite with walk-in and large full ensuite. Two additional bedrooms in external buildings with all bedrooms having direct access to the outdoors.

? New kitchen with NEFF and ASKO appliances.

? Underfloor heating throughout, 'Nectre Mega Pedestal' wood heater which heats up to 363m2 and an additional open fireplace.

? Upstairs library/lounge with undercover balcony.

? Self-contained office or accommodation and cottage featuring stunning antique timber boards from the original Darling Harbour Wool Stores.

? Flexible use of other dwellings includes potential income.

? Large sandstone terrace plus a sandstone cabana that sits up to 30 people for family gatherings.

? 110,000 litre Inside/outside pool, tennis court with its own clubhouse.

? large industrial-sized drive-in shed with 3 access doors perfect for storage or small business base

? Two access roads.

? Substantial fully fenced veggie patch and chicken coop.

? 1987 Sydney Morning Herald Special Prize Winner for Preservation Of Bushland On A Home Site.

? Meandering creek flowing into a large dam - perfect to observe the abundant birdlife and yabbies.