Sydney Harbour Mansion

Splendor in white with timeless P&O architecture

Set on a point lot, the property has a wide, unobstructed view of Sydney Harbour. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty

This iconic Australian property has come on the market for the first time in more than 80 years. The stunning building in P&O architectural style stands in glistening white at the tip of Parsley Bay Wharf, overlooking Sydney Harbour and the Tasman Sea, in Vaucluse, one of Sydney’s most prestigious suburbs.

The formal dining room exudes simple elegance; a door leads to the adjacent kitchen. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty

It occupies a 13,681-square-foot parcel with a beautifully manicured lawn. A few arbors add a touch of green without distracting from the elegant architectural flow of the building.

P&O was a popular 1930s architectural style inspired by the cruise liners of the Pacific and Orient line ships. As a result, the mansion’s interior decor maintains nautical influences. With bright interiors bathed in natural light, the luxury estate offers ocean views from all its rooms.

The residence, set at the water's edge, is buffered by a wide swath of lawn to ensure maximum privacy. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty

It’s an imposing structure on three levels. The lower ground floor features storage spaces, a full bathroom, two bedrooms, and a garage with parking places for two cars. Two other parking spots are available in the driveway.

The home's common areas feature generous use of large windows to allow natural light in while providing the owners with a great view. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty

A staircase leads to the ground floor, which boasts a bright kitchen with modern fixtures, a sumptuous living room, a dining room with a fireplace, a guest bathroom, a balcony, and a sunroom with panoramic seascape views.

The property faces out over the water, creating a restful ambiance with a soundtrack of lapping waves. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty

The first floor has three ample bedrooms, two full baths, and two balconies. From here, a staircase leads to the rooftop terrace that reveals still more sweeping views of the sea and Sydney Harbour.

The airy living room features gleaming exposed wood beams, and a wall of huge windows affording a grand view of the surrounding waters. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty

For history lovers, it may be interesting to know that architect George Thomas designed the mansion in the late 1930s for Horace Bracey. It was named Point Seymour after Bracey’s father’s third Christian name. The estate is considered a Sydney Harbour landmark and is coveted by many investors for its location and unique design.

Sydney Harbour provides a dramatic yet relaxing backdrop to the home's living room. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty

Point Seymour waterfront mansion Vaucluse, Australia $35 million

5 bedrooms, 4 baths

13,681 square feet

Key features: Splendid sea and Sydney Harbor views from all rooms Prime location in a prestigious and affluent suburb Landmark edifice in P&O architectural style

Agents: Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty Michael Pallier

This guest bedrooms features exceptionally high ceilings, vintage-style lighting and simple, elegant style. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty

Shielded from the sun and cooled by a soft breeze, this balcony is an ideal place to relax and enjoy the view. Courtesy of Sydney Sotheby's International Realty