The inspired reinvention of one of Balmain's signature weatherboard cottages brings a fresh vision of class and elegance to a time-honoured favourite in a quiet peninsula setting between Darling Street and the dynamic White Bay foreshore. Retaining all of its original charm at the front, the double-fronted beauty has been opened out to embrace the outdoors and take full advantage of wide open views across the city skyline to the Harbour Bridge. A pared-back palette of warm neutrals is offset by rose gold finishes and leadlight windows, creating a jewel-box effect with an entertainer's kitchen as the social heart of the home and a sanctuary-like master suite on the upper level with panoramic views. Away from the hustle and bustle but reassuringly close to the action, it's just 500m across Gladstone Park to the heart of the village, and 700m to Balmain Wharf for an easy commute to the city.