A stately $14 million mansion which settled in Peppermint Grove this week has a surprisingly old school touch — an outdoor toilet.
It’s not the kind of outdoor dunny you may imagine for an old Australian home, but an “external fifth bathroom for attending trades people,” according to the advert.
The double-storey home has a total of five WCs, in three bathrooms and two powder rooms, so more than enough to keep one just for those helping with the home’s upkeep.
The mega-mansion surprises in several other ways too, including its single kitchen and two-car garage.
It is refreshing in an era where many opulent mansions tend towards excess, with multiple kitchens and parking for up to 10 cars.
The price tag for this home pays for the things that matter most — big rooms, a double block of 1556sqm, an abundance of natural light and unrivalled river views.
The views over Freshwater Bay can be enjoyed from huge balconies which also overlook a lush garden of roses, frangipanis, hibiscus, hanging wisteria vines and citrus trees.
The home office deserves a special mention for its floor-to-ceiling timber cabinetry, two desks, a window seat, bi-fold doors and a separate seating area. (It is not known if there is a designated chair for tradies.)
For some insight into how the other half live, the main bedroom features an ensuite with bath and double sinks, a built-in fridge, laundry chute and a concealed remote-controlled television.
The master bedroom also includes both walk-in robes plus built-in robes.
The property was sold by John Black to Tonya Barr, through Jody Fewster of Ray White. It is the second highest property price of 2024.