Alex Popov ‘masterpiece’ goes up for sale with $20m guide

26 Esther Rd, Mosman has a $20m price guide in an expressions of interest campaign.

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Designed by renowned architect Alex Popov, this recently reinvented residence is a picture of sophistication and luxury that has previously graced the pages of Vogue Living thanks to its design pedigree.

It’s a stylishly fitting home for hairdressers Valda and Philippe, founders of hair salon Philippe Xavier, which has been in residence at Sydney’s Four Seasons Hotel for two decades.

The pair bought the property back in 1996 for $1.25m, according to title records, had the Popov-designed home built in 2000 and also undertook more recent renovations.

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Outdoor dining with a view

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Spacious interiors open to the pool.

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The five-bedroom home with four bathrooms and four-car parking at 26 Esther Rd, Mosman has just hit the market via Ray White Lower North Shore principal Geoff Smith with a $20m price guide in an expressions of interest campaign closing March 14.

As Smith says: “This Alex Popov masterpiece exudes luxury and sophistication, just footsteps from iconic Balmoral Beach.”

Taking an enviable position with unobstructed views from the Esplanade to Balmoral Beach and beyond, the Esther Rd property has been meticulously redesigned by the celebrated architect to make the most of its orientation and footprint.

A great position for breakfast.

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Relax and enjoy the view.

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Built for the great entertainer, the expansive C-shaped floor plan features living areas wrapped around a central north-facing courtyard and a large family-friendly swimming pool for year-round gatherings whatever the weather.

The full concrete construction is a blend of limestone surfaces, walls of glass and floor-to-ceiling stacker doors with sleek contemporary interiors throughout including bespoke joinery.

In the grand kitchen there are marine-grade stainless-steel bench tops, new European appliances and loads of storage, while a lower self-contained level has its own modern kitchen and bathroom.

All mod cons in the kitchen.

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There’s even a view from the bathtub.

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The home has five bedrooms including the palatial 75sq m main suite. The adults’ retreat features sweeping water views, an upholstered day bed, a bespoke timber study nook, a luxury ensuite with freestanding Victoria + Albert bathtub and double vanity plus a boutique-inspired dressing room.

Outdoors, the property is home to low-maintenance manicured landscaping with mature tropical gardens, terraces for alfresco dining, as well as secure gated off-street parking and garaging for up to four cars.

The Mosman house sits 200m from Balmoral Beach, close to bus stops, popular schools and The Esplanade.