50 Cowan Drive

Cottage Point NSW 2084

Just 45 minutes from the city, this exquisite home exerts a tidal pull to another time and place entirely; claiming a deep-waterfront position on Cowan Creek and magnificent views across the vast territory of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, it's at one with the ancient forms of the surrounding landscape. Beautifully renovated, it's the pure simplicity of an innovative design sitting lightly on the landscape that captures the imagination. Northern light spills throughout the interiors with galleries of glass framing the phenomenal backdrop; a fluid, open layout creates a sense of unity and flow between indoors and out.

There's clearly a creative eye at work here - the sleek designer kitchen is backed by floor-to-ceiling cabinetry finished in Tasmania Oak, along with a suite of premium-quality, European appliances. Bathrooms are equally impressive, as are each of the bedrooms which all open to terraces; the master retreat claims the entire lower level and includes a second living area and a private waterfront terrace.

The design almost feels cantilevered over the waterfront with its uninterrupted views; the privacy of this spot is astonishing and there's absolutely nothing that can break the spell. Down at the water's edge is a finished boathouse that's perfect for weekend guests plus a deepwater jetty with pontoon, boat ramp and a stunning rock shelf for those long lazy days spent soaking up the sun.