Add CategoryThis Darlington mansion captures a stunning vista of towering trees, rocky outcrops and the dazzle of city lights at night – and that’s just the view from its epic infinity swimming pool.
Attracted to the spectacular panorama and the community vibe of the Perth Hills, the owners took the opportunity to create a personal piece of paradise at 1 Gregson Ridge.
What a view. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
Built nine years ago, the five-bedroom, four-bathroom home is akin to a private retreat that makes the most of the elevated position and bushy surrounds of the 6172sqm landholding.
Selling agent Vivek Gohil, from Fine and Country, said Darlington was home to some of the Perth Hills’ finest properties and this meticulously curated residence was one of them.
“The Perth Hills does command high prices,” Mr Gohil said. “This property has been built more like a resort and has incredibly high finishes. It’s one of the premier homes in the Perth Hills.”
High-class features include a four-car garage, C-Bus lighting, blinds and underfloor heating automation and a cellar with 1000-bottle capacity.
Sheoak panels adorn the ceiling of the alfresco area, which also includes two fans, an outdoor gas fireplace, separate wall-mounted gas heater and entertainment speakers.
The 15m infinity-edge swimming pool has solar heating and a sun deck with electric blinds.
Perth Hills mansion
Tucked away in the Perth Hills, this home is a private sanctuary. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
Its standout craftsmanship earned the Housing Industry Association’s Outdoor Project of the Year Award in 2012.
“The thing about the house is the pool and the alfresco area. It’s an amazing setup,” Mr Gohil said. “The swimming pool is one of the best you will see… the way it’s been created is amazing.
“What I really love about his property is the way the house is built around these rocks that were here in this challenging land – truly brilliant architecture.”
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The design combines natural materials including timber and stone, a jarrah front door, imported Italian travertine used in the entry wall feature and sheoak timber flooring.
In addition, the master suite includes a private terrace with an outdoor shower.
There is a ducted vacuum system, security, solar panels, 230,000-litre water tank and roof sprinkler system.
Mr Gohil is taking offers for the property, which is expected to fetch a sale price in the high $3 millions.
The current sales record for Darlington is $5.1 million, for the sale of Dalry House at 72 Lionel Road in 2018.