9 Gwinganna Avenue, Kiama

A panoramic northerly aspect that takes in two golden beaches, iconic Melaleuca tree, lighthouse and turquoise ocean all the way to the horizon. These are the stunning front-row views on offer from this classic 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom coastal sanctuary.

As the original home on this blue-chip headland south of Kendalls Beach, 9 Gwinganna already brings with it a sense of coastal nostalgia. But it's only once you step inside, beyond the sheltered front courtyard and inviting double timber doors, that you truly appreciate the welcoming embrace this home provides.

Immediately clear are the unique textures and tones on display throughout – an harmonious blend of its original brick-home character and more recent renovations. The resulting space makes you smile – original solid timber floors underfoot and 9-foot ceilings overhead, with an expansive dining/living area that can't help but showcase those superb views. Large timber-framed windows and doors lead out to a full-width deck, while sea-breeze-capturing louvres bookend the scene perfectly.

From the living area, it's a simple step through to the chef-style kitchen – with its own hard-wearing floors, practical stainless-steel benchtops (including breakfast bar) and open timber shelving to create a timeless feel. Add a double oven with gas cooking, dishwasher, walk-in pantry and direct access to covered dining (or dolphin/whale spotting!) on the deck, and this is a space you'll enjoy spending time in.

Meanwhile, the other end of the deck wraps around to reveal access to an inviting separate lounge room – a cosy space away from the main living area. From here, you can also access two large bedrooms and a concrete-floored bathroom with open shower and full bath.

Upstairs, a master suite occupies the entire top level – including loft-style study and modern tiled ensuite with window-lit bath. But the true showstopper is the bedroom's majestic cathedral-ceiling and north face entirely of windows. These are quite possibly Kiama's best wake-up views!

But the tour isn't finished yet – with a private, self-contained lower ocean-side level. With its own bedroom, open lounge/kitchenette and exquisitely tiled bathroom, it's an ideal teen retreat/guest quarters – the concrete floors and direct courtyard access giving this space a wonderfully raw Mediterranean feel.

In fact, it is the welcoming feel throughout this home that makes it so special – matched only by those stunning coastal views.