1 Bennett Ave, Darling Point is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1910. The property has a land size of 302m2 and floor size of 342m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 1989.
An elegant residence in a tranquil blue-ribbon position, Claremont is a grand c1910 plantation style residence with heated pool, sun-drenched gardens, spacious alfresco entertaining areas and versatile separate studio. Spanning three levels with views across Rushcutters Bay and Elizabeth Bay to the city skyline, Harbour Bridge and Opera House, Claremont is a rare offering in an elite neighbourhood with 250 metre (approx.) stroll to harbourfront Yarranabbe Park.
Immaculately maintained and updated for indoor-outdoor living by architect Michael Suttor as well as firm Tonkin Zulaika Greer, the home combines traditional and contemporary styles with a spacious double-size living area, dining area (seating 10 people) and family area - all flowing outdoors to the garden and pool. The entry level also features a granite and ash timber Gaggenau/Miele gas kitchen (with sunny breakfast nook), wide entry hall, powder room and stairs to the basement laundry, wine cellar and garage.
Upstairs are a huge master bedroom (with dressing area, ensuite, wide balcony with panoramic views), second double bedroom (with built-in wardrobes and ensuite), third double bedroom (with built-in wardrobes and adjacent sunroom) and another bathroom, while the open-plan top level includes fourth double bedroom, living zone, study, storage and view balcony. The gracious and timeless interiors feature soaring ceilings, polished timber floors, marble fireplace, air conditioning, multi-room intercom system and security system.
With DA approval for a separate self-contained one-bedroom apartment, the dual-level garden building currently features a studio/home office and terrace on the upper level, and a covered alfresco area and bathroom at garden level. Enjoy a prestigious lifestyle with a short stroll to harbour parklands, CYCA, marinas and minutes to excellent schools, Double Bay village, Edgecliff shops/trains and the city.
PROPERTY FEATURES
Grand freestanding family home on a level block in an exclusive enclave
Views to Rushcutters Bay, Elizabeth Bay, city, Opera House, Harbour Bridge
Sun-filled garden with alfresco entertaining area and gas heated pool
Secure remote controlled garage with direct internal access
Close to schools, Double Bay, Edgecliff and 10 minutes to the city
The size of Darling Point is approximately 0.7 square kilometres. It has 4 parks covering nearly 14.3% of total area. The population of Darling Point in 2016 was 4190 people. By 2021 the population was 3977 showing a population decline of 5.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Darling Point is 70-79 years. Households in Darling Point are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Darling Point work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 61.30% of the homes in Darling Point were owner-occupied compared with 61.50% in 2016.
Darling Point has 2,953 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Darling Point have seen a 25.16% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 33.36% increase. As at 28 February 2026:
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