This absolute waterfront home hasn’t been on the market for a quarter of a century. Photo: First National Coast & Country.
Sitting on 556 sqm in one of the most coveted and tightly held positions in Gerroa, it’s fair to say homes like 158 Headland Drive, Gerroa don’t come up often.
It’s the first time in 25 years this stunning generational home has been offered to the market, and it’s no wonder why. Only a small handful of homes on the waterfront reserve offer the combination of direct access to the water, absolute ocean and headland views, exceptional privacy and a sunny north-easterly aspect.
But more than that, the property was designed to offer a backdrop of pure magic for a range of experiences, according to First National Coast & Country agent Ryan Stalgis.
“I can see the new owners basking in the sun-soaked living room with a cuppa on a winter morning as the sun rises over the ocean, watching whales migrating up and down the coast from the deck or enjoying a game of backyard cricket with family and friends on the reserve,” he says.
“You can enjoy an evening barbecue on the back deck under a blanket of stars with a backdrop of crashing waves, and watch the moon rise over the ocean.”
On a secluded spot, this fully renovated four-bedroom home offers direct access to the rock shelf, nearby Shelley Beach and exceptional surfing spots, while being completely protected from the south-westerly winds.
“The gorgeous north-easterly aspect is rare for Gerroa and the property is bathed in morning sun whilst also being completely protected from the elements during winter,” Ryan says.
He adds that for water lovers, it’s the ideal setting for creating happy memories.
“You can take advantage of spectacular surf breaks just beyond your back fence,” Ryan says. “The kids will love exploring the rock shelf and headland.”
The heart of the Hamptons-chic home is the open-plan living and dining rooms, which are among the many vantage points on the property offering breathtaking, unobstructed views of the headland and ocean.
“The sun-soaked living room with raked ceiling features a sprawling uninterrupted view of the ocean, rock shelf, rolling green hills and headland,” Ryan says. “The adjoining reserves offer a huge canvas for kids and pets to play,” Ryan says.
Drink in uninterrupted ocean views from the open-plan living and dining rooms. Photo: First National Coast & Country.
Ryan says the home caters to a diverse pool of buyers.
“It will appeal to Sydneysiders looking for a weekend escape or retirement option, and is well suited to families with younger kids seeking to enjoy surfing, swimming and walking as well as retirees looking to settle down somewhere quiet and private,” he says.
“Just 90 minutes south of Sydney, it’s the perfect distance to come for a short weekend escape, or to set up a base from which you can commute to Sydney a few days a week or enjoy retirement in a peaceful coastal locale while remaining close to family and friends.
“It’s the perfect balance for someone looking for a peaceful, relaxing coastal getaway in an area with small village charm that is still in easy reach of the city.”
The idyllic coastal hamlet of Gerroa has much to offer, with local wineries, magnificent coastal walks, a seaside golf course, award-winning eateries and the quaint village of Gerringong and historic Berry all just a few minutes away.
Though the property offers water lovers the option to surf, snorkel, dive, fish and swim right on their front door, or stand-up paddleboard on nearby Crooked River, the location serves to combine this access with unexpected privacy.
“Even in the middle of summer when the rest of Gerroa is a hive of activity you’re likely to have the entire area to yourself,” he says.
“It’s easy walking distance to spectacular surf breaks and the gorgeous Seven Mile Beach. You can enjoy fishing off the rocks, paddleboarding in the river, windsurfing in the bay and surfing off the headland.
“You won’t find another spot quite like this on the entire South Coast.”
For more information on 158 Headland Drive, Gerroa call First National Coast & Country’s Ryan Stalgis on 0423 593 149.
Original Article published by Dione David on Region Illawarra.
