256-258 Old South Head Rd, Vaucluse is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 2009. The property has a land size of 506m2 and floor size of 386m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2021.
A masterpiece of architectural innovation and interior design,'The Whale House' presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in one of Sydney's most prestigious oceanside enclaves. Rudolffson & Alliker supplied the original architectural plan, which has been reimagined by Virtue Projects to create an even greater sense of seamless indoor/outdoor luxury.
The rooftop terrace takes full advantage of breathtaking 360 degree panoramic views, stretching from the harbor, Bridge, Opera House, Manly and the North Head, all the way around to the expansive blue ocean. Interiors spill onto an array of alfresco spaces, including the saltwater gas heated pool and private landscaped garden.
Expertly crafted throughout with a superb attention to detail, the property's high-end minimalist theme is anchored by stunning in-situ concrete formwork with wood grain detailing. The finest imported European finishes adorn the residence, including premium Italian tiling and custom designed Italian outdoor blinds that perfectly complement the main balcony's orientation.
Further aspects of the layout include a kitchen with Miele appliances and a Liebherr fridge, a fully equipped home cinema, plus a secluded master retreat with a dressing room and immaculate ensuite. It also features a new generation Control4 system, ducted a/c, streamlined integrated storage, heated flooring in the bathrooms, sauna, automated garage with a turntable plus an internal lift.
The size of Vaucluse is approximately 3.1 square kilometres. There are 16 parks, covering nearly 27.0% of the total area. The population of Vaucluse in 2016 was 9337 people. By 2021 the population was 9510 showing a population growth of 1.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Vaucluse is 10-19 years. Households in Vaucluse are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Vaucluse work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 71.50% of the homes in Vaucluse were owner-occupied compared with 70.70% in 2016.
Vaucluse has 4,581 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Vaucluse have seen a 20.01% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 13.03% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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