Grand estate – 19 Prince Albert Rd, Mosman.
One of Mosman’s largest grand estates is set to come to market next week with a guide of $17 million to $18 million.
The 2770sqm property at 19 Prince Albert St, has been privately owned for about 50 years.
Built by Sydney Holland Cabban and William Henry Smith, otherwise known as Smith and Cabban, about 1905, the property known as Ardagh, will have a private VIP showing tonight ahead of its launch next week.
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Richard Simeon, of Simeon Partners, said Ardagh was one of the most significant properties to come to market in Mosman in years.
“It is one of the biggest estates in Mosman and has a rich history,” he said.
“The house itself has about 20 rooms and there is also a coach house on two levels. It’s a wonderful property.”
With spectacular views across Sydney Harbour, parklike gardens and a 40m dual street frontage, this property is perfect for family living on a grand scale.
The impressive three-level floorplan of more than 1000sqm internal includes self-contained
accommodation and the separate two-storey coach house.
19 Prince Albert St, Mosman.
An aerial view.
Every home should have a conservatory like this.
But the architecture isn’t the only aspect of the property that has a rich history.
Current owners Gary and Mary Smoker have held the property since 1994. Prior to the pharmacists lived at 9 Prince Albert St for some 22 years.
The parents’ retreat off the main bedroom.
Sweet dreams.
The upper level of the coach house.
Mrs Smoker said they had always loved No. 19, and over the years had got to know the owner, Reginald “John” Champ, a musician and ABC presenter of classical music.
Mr Champ died in 1993, and the Smokers discovered that he had decreed in his will that they be offered the first option to buy the property.
“We were shocked, but we had always loved the property,” Mrs Smoker said.
Grand spaces.
Multiple living areas.
The casual dining room.
They took the opportunity with both hands and set about major renovations. It was the home where they have watched their three children grow up.
They have held countless functions at the home, from 18th and 21st birthday celebrations, their daughter’s wedding and numerous festive season gatherings.
“I have always loved looking out at the Harbour Bridge and New Year’s Eve has always been special,” Mrs Smoker said.
The view.
Formal dining.
The cellar.
But the time has come for them to downsize and they are ready to pass the property on, she said.
“It’s just time to let somebody else enjoy it, the size of it, the swimming pool and the tennis court and the beautiful grounds,” she said.
“It has been a wonderful home and I hope another family gets to experience the same joy.”
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