14 Minkara Road

Bayview NSW 2104

Hidden from the world at the end of a sweeping tree-lined driveway, Altura reveals itself slowly and to breathtaking effect. Spanish for "the heights," Altura commands an exceptionally rare 1.78 hectare (approx.) parcel on one of Bayview's most tightly held and prestigious streets, offering a scale, seclusion and grandeur that simply cannot be replicated.Reimagined from the ground up, this expansive residence has been the subject of an extensive, sophisticated renovation and is now modernised to present as a solid, grand and utterly refined family sanctuary. Its interiors are washed in a warm, crisp white coastal palette, with wide oak floors flowing beneath soaring cathedral ceilings, plush carpet softening the bedrooms, and extensive windows drawing the outlook deep into the home. At its heart, a beautiful brand-new designer kitchen with premium finishes and a generous island anchors a sun-filled living and entertaining area that flows effortlessly to the outdoors. Crowning it all are the home's wide, captivating views across the ocean and Long Reef headland.ACCOMMODATION & LIFESTYLE HIGHLIGHTS- Approx. 600 sqm of modern living set across a substantial 1.78 hectare holding, this 'love at first sight' property offers an extraordinary sense of privacy and space- Beautiful brand-new designer kitchen with premium finishes, a generous island, butler's pantry and seamless flow to dining and entertaining- Multiple expansive living areas and dining spaces beneath soaring timber-lined cathedral ceilings- Six generously proportioned light-filled bedrooms, all with built-ins- Four contemporary bathrooms, including a luxe master ensuite - Grand room with kitchen on the ground floor, perfect for multi-generational living; or converted to separate accommodation- A succession of balconies and terraces provide the connection to the surrounding landscape- Wide oak flooring to the living areas and luxurious carpet to the bedrooms, all washed in a warm coastal pallet- Entertainer's terrace with built-in BBQ opening to sunny, level lawns with space for a pool (STCA)- Secure lock-up garaging for 5 vehicles plus ample off-street parking for 5 or more cars/trailers and boats- Large storeroom and laundry, wine cellar, dedicated home gymnasium with sauna- Ceiling fans and air-conditioning- Sublime privacy, set well back from the street and nicely elevated overlooking a clearing of manicured lawns, space available for tennis/pickleball/basketball court- Turn-key luxury, a comprehensive, no expense spared renovation ready to move in and enjoyMore than a home, Altura is a private coastal retreat that feels a world away yet remains beautifully connected. Tranquil, green and utterly serene, its semi-rural setting belies its convenience, with the cafs, waterfront and marinas of Bayview, the Northern Beaches' famous surf beaches, prized local schools and Mona Vale shopping village all just minutes away. Rarely does a property of this land size, view quality and renovated sophistication emerge in so tightly held a pocket. This is elevated living in every sense: a residence of quiet pedigree and architectural ambition, offering the scale and seclusion of a true Bayview estate with a warmth and outlook few homes on the Northern Beaches can rival.