Lavender Bay

Lifestyle

Find your dream home in Lavender Bay and you’ll be basking in the best of what Sydney could possibly offer.
This isn’t just local pride talking. The harbourside gem on the Lower North Shore was named one of Sydney’s top 10 liveable suburbs in a 2016 study, coming out at the very top of over 500 suburbs!

Stunning Sydney water views including the Harbour Bridge and Opera House provide unforgettable backdrops to a picture-perfect panorama enjoyed while walking around the edge of the suburb. Green and leafy, residents groove on a relaxed village atmosphere with outdoor cafes, galleries and small specialty shops. All this is conveniently located close to the city with a choice of ferry, bus or train for transport. If you enjoy walking, you can take the scenic route across the Harbour Bridge to the CBD, Opera House, the Rocks and the Royal Botanic Garden.

This sought-after neighbourhood attracts creative types, young and mature professionals, and downsizing baby boomers.

People

Lavender Bay itself has a small population placed at 852 in the 2011 census. Across Milson’s Point-Lavender Bay, the estimated 2015 population is 3,789. It is home to established professionals, singles, families with kids and retirees.

Homes

The affluent suburb boasts prized waterfront homes, tastefully appointed contemporary apartments with water views, as well as art deco apartments in boutique security complexes with serene outlooks.

Transport

+ Lavender Bay is only 10 minutes from the city by train, ferry or car.
+ Milsons Point station offers train and bus transfers to all areas. Locals have an enviable way to get up and about, catching a water taxi or ferry to the city, Circular Quay and Manly from McMahons Point Wharf or Milsons Point Wharf.

Schools

Many of Sydney’s most prestigious schools are within one kilometre including
+ Loreto Kirribilli
+ Monte Sant’ Angelo
+ St Aloysius
+ Shore Grammar and
+ Queenwood School for Girls.

Shopping/Restaurants

+ Boutique shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and convenience stores are all within walking distance. For anything else you need, Berry Square, Greenwood Plaza and Shoppingworld in North Sydney are only 10 minutes away.
+ Locals have an array of choices when it comes to wining and dining. Sails, The Deck in Luna Park and Aqua restaurants are all popular for offering the quintessential Sydney dining experience with front row seats to iconic views of the harbour. For more casual bistro dining, there’s Dedes Watergrill at the Kirribilli Club. Thirsty for a drink or two after work? Head for the much loved pub at Kirribilli Hotel.
+ Close by are the eat streets of Milson’s Point and McMahon’s Point with Italian, Spanish, Indian and Chinese cuisines on offer.

Recreational Facilities

+ Lavender Bay is also defined by its parklands – they are not only beautiful but also encourage an active life soaking up the outdoors.
+ Clark Park is a grassy, shady space perfect for long picnic lunches. Down the hill you’ll come across Wendy's Secret Garden – a passion project of the cultural icon and wife of artist Brett Whiteley who trans-formed a derelict railway land into a magical sanctuary. Watt Park is more seclud-ed but has a kids' playground and is also dog friendly.
+ Then there’s the Lavender Bay Foreshore, which links Quibaree Park to Luna Park, the Harbour Bridge and beyond.
+ Head to North Sydney Olympic pool and gym complex in Milson’s Point for a swim or aerobic, yoga and Pilates sessions.