16 Rivington Close

Approached by a private driveway and behind a remote-controlled gate 16 Rivington Close, Coningham is a property of rare privacy and presence. The residence, on just under an acre, has been reimagined by acclaimed architect Tim Penny and executed with exceptional craftsmanship by Kineticon. A remarkable interplay of architecture, landscape, light and material.

Throughout the home, the experience is deliberate, with every transition revealing another relationship between the architecture and the landscape beyond. Upon arrival, the sense of occasion is unmistakable. A dramatic copper clad pivot door opens into a gallery like entrance where considered sightlines and richly textured materials establish an immediate sense of refinement.

A perfectly realised Tasmanian oak staircase leads to an extraordinary upper-level living domain. Here the northern orientation of the expansive glazing frames views across Northwest Bay and the D'Entrecasteaux Channel. A generous corner window seat provides a perfect place to watch the changing light.

The kitchen, dining and living spaces flow together effortlessly, creating an environment equally suited to quiet mornings and substantial entertaining.

Both sculptural and practical, the kitchen features extensive white cabinetry contrasted by Sydney Blackbutt timber shelving and sky-blue glass tiled splashback. The stone benchtops, integrated appliances, 900mm oven, gas cooktop with induction inlay, concealed rangehood and extensive storage speak to the extraordinary level of thought invested in the renovation.

A sandstone clad wood heater introduces warmth and texture in the formal lounge, which can be closed away via sliding large Tasmanian oak framed glass doors.

From the dining area, expansive glass doors open onto a substantial entertaining deck, elevated and conceived as a natural extension of the home. A place where mornings begin with nothing more demanding than coffee and the view, long lunches can stretch into afternoons, and evenings can unfold beneath the changing sky.

The main bedroom suite upstairs has a generous walk-through robe leading to an exceptional ensuite bathroom. A fourth bedroom or dedicated study completes the upper level.

Downstairs is a beautifully considered private accommodation wing, where practicality has been resolved with exceptional care. A substantial Tasmanian oak framed sliding door with frosted glass allows the lower level to be closed off from the rest of the house. Two generous bedrooms open directly through glass sliding doors onto a limestone paved terrace, bringing the gardens right into the everyday experience of the home. Built in robes, neutral carpets and a beautifully appointed bathroom create a quiet sense of comfort and retreat.

The custom laundry incorporates extensive storage and drying solutions. The coat closet beneath the staircase also provides access to a storage / wine cellar. And there is additional shelved storage at the end of the hallway.

Comfort has been considered just as carefully. Extensive double glazing, a fully insulated roof, panel heating to all bedrooms, underfloor heating throughout the tiled areas (hallway, bathrooms, laundry) and reverse cycle air conditioning to the casual living and dining zone ensure the house remains warm, efficient and comfortable throughout the year.

Adding another dimension is the separately accessed artist's studio. Flooded with natural light through extensive glazing and equipped with power and a sink, this area provides an inspiring environment for creative work or as a home office, private retreat or studio practice, all while beautifully connected to the surrounding gardens.

Outside, the grounds have been thoughtfully composed as a series of spaces. Established plantings and lawns create a sense of seclusion. While a stone walled outside eating area and an enclosed kitchen garden encourage outdoor living and a slower rhythm of life.

The supporting infrastructure is equally impressive, with reverse cycle hot water, NBN fibre to the premises, a substantial workshop, additional carport accommodation, extensive water storage and solar panels all contributing to the functionality and sustainability of the property.

Private without feeling removed, highly resolved without feeling precious, and refined while remaining warm and deeply connected to its setting and the nearby beaches and Nature Recreation Area, this Coningham property offers a rare combination of architectural integrity, craftsmanship, amenity, space and the opportunity for outdoor activity.

A home of this calibre deserves to be experienced in person. We invite you to come and discover it for yourself.

Please Note: the property entrance is at the end of Rivington Close, which is accessed from Hopwood Street.

• Heating: Reverse cycle air conditioning, wood heater, 5 x panel heaters and underfloor heating

Year built: 1990

Council rates: $2990.00 per annum approx.

• Fixed water rates: Water tanks - holding over 68,000 litres

Floor area: 232m2

Outbuilding area: 92m2