Home sweet home

Last month marked 21 years living in our apartment in Redfern. It’s hard to believe it’s been two decades since we bought the property. I never imagined we’d still be here after all this time. Why so long? There are so many factors that make it a wonderful home. 

First, the views we enjoy are superb. By day, we have an open and green outlook towards the city and across the neighbouring golf course, followed by a spectacular city skyline at night. Thanks to the heritage-listed properties between us and the city, this view will never be built out.

Second, the building is well designed, in an equally well-designed complex filled with greenery,  heritage buildings and communal amenities including a heated pool, a fully equipped gym and sauna. We’re also part of a caring community where neighbours look out for one another. Residents are proud of our collective home and strive to maintain it to a high standard.

Third, we’re surrounded by excellent local amenities, including two supermarkets across the road (and a third on the way soon), cafes, pharmacies, hairdressers, and public spaces that include a golf course, parklands, and sports stadiums. For example, we treated ourselves to another memorable meal at Ora last night. It's a superb Japanese Fusion restaurant on Danks Street, less than a six-minute walk from home.

Finally, our apartment has its own unique perks, including three balconies, one of which is a massive 64 sqm rooftop entertainment space. Its northeast aspect also means it’s flooded with sunlight all day. Next door, the neighbouring building houses our company’s office and showroom, thus offering the world’s shortest daily commute. 

I’ve annotated the photo above to give you a feel for our neighbourhood and its proximity to some of Sydney's iconic landmarks. I took this photo while flying out of Sydney airport a few months ago. As you can see, a 15 minute cab ride, or 30 minute walk puts us in the heart of the city. Oh yes, did I mention that the airport is a short 15-minute cab ride away? We love that we can be in the air within an hour of leaving home, or on a beach in the Pacific by early afternoon.