An artist’s impression of penthouses at Splendour, Bellevue Hill, and the view over Cooper Park to the CBD.
A new Bellevue Hill apartment development to be called Splendour will overlook Sydney’s ‘secret garden’ — Cooper Park — and it’s set to be a massive hit.
The managing director of developer Denwol, Phillip Wolanski, says it was an easy decision to proceed with the 25 units at 206d Victoria Rd: “The moment I walked onto the site, which Splendour will sit upon, I knew I had to develop a beautiful luxury development there that was in keeping with the amazing and unique natural surroundings.”
Selling agent Erle Cramer, of Cramer Property, says along with the top design, the location will be the secret of the development’s success.
“It is interesting if you google Sydney’s secret gardens, Cooper Park comes up,” Cramer said.
“A lot of people in Sydney’s eastern euburbs have never been there.
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Splendour will be built on a clifftop.
“A secret garden”.
“They would have no idea that such intimate views of a gazetted national park is possible moments to Bondi Junction.”
The north-facing apartments — in three distinct buildings to be known as Acacia, Bluegum and Coral Fern — will sit atop a cliff with overlooking the parkland, which occupies more than 15 hectares, and the city beyond.
Some of the apartments, with internal spaces ranging between 103 sqm and 288 sqm, will also have harbour views, including the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Wolanski has brought together an expert team of designers for the unique project, including UP Architects, Kann Finch Group and Dennis Rabinowitz.
The Splendour penthouses will have views of the city, Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Open-plan living areas open to huge terraces.
The interiors will be by Smart Design Studio with the landscape architect Sturt Noble Associates.
One of the architects, Sean Choo of UP Architects, said: “The cascading forms of the building not only respects the natural form of the pristine landscape, but also ensures that every residence captures the breathtaking views over Cooper Park and beyond.
“The distinctive yet sensitive choice of materials, assembled through progressive detailing, creates a timeless piece of architecture that radiates atop the cliff like the jewel of a crown.
“It’s a privilege to be working so closely with the likes of William Smart and Dennis Rabinowitz on this project.”
Incredible design.
Outdoor entertainment areas.
Cramer said many people believe beautiful green views to be just as good as city and or harbour views.
“It is the freshness of air, sheer natural beauty and tranquillity,” he said.
“This is now very hard to find in areas close to the city.
“Overlooking Cooper Park is near impossible in a new development.”
Cramer said that Splendour would offer something far different than your typical inner-city apartment — a connection to nature. He’s expecting downsizers in particular to love it.
“When they move from a home – with a yard with trees and a suburban area — they are more and more wanting to have this connection and do not want to move into a concrete jungle,” Cramer added.
“I believe this is a growing trend.”
Amazing views.
Buyers will appreciate the natural setting.
Another attraction is that Splendour will be a relatively small development.
“The trend is to live in boutique developments,” Cramer said.
“Empty-nesters like the intimacy and sense of not being surrounded by hundreds of residents.”
Cramer added that despite COVID-19, better luxury quality developments are still selling well off-the-plan.
“With only 25 apartments, there is a sense of some urgency — regardless of the perceived downturn in the market,” he said.
Beautiful kitchens …
… and stylish bathrooms.
Wolanski has the final word: “Sitting upon a magnificent cliff, the views over the canopy of Cooper Park and beyond to the city and Opera House and Harbour Bridge are awe inspiring.
“It’s so peaceful, even though it is just a short stroll to Bondi Junction.
“I describe it as position and outlook extraordinaire perfect.”
The apartments consist of four two-bedrooms priced from $1.95 million; 10 three-bedrooms from $3.25 million; six four-bedroom apartments from $3.85 million and five penthouses priced from $3.6 million. The most expensive penthouse will cost $7.1 million.
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