With a reputation as a world-class dining and boating destination, Double Bay’s metamorphosis into one of Sydney’s most desirable lifestyle addresses is not only established but continues to flourish. Careful planning and a respect for the area’s heritage has meant that the genteel suburb retains a charming village-like ambiance and is a place where laneway cafes and high-end couture sit side by side. Sean Poche, our Double Bay specialist and Double Bay’s No.1 sales agent for the past decade, has a choice of properties on the market including an off-market opportunity in the heart of the village.

Sean says, “Double Bay is all about lifestyle and community; it’s a place that’s constantly evolving yet always maintains its village feel with laneway dining, beautiful beaches and world-class marinas making every day feel like a holiday. I’ve had the pleasure to represent some lovely long-term residents with the sale of their family home on the edge of Kiaora Lane’s foodie precinct. Held for 34 years, 14 Forest Road, Double Bay is offered off-market and is perfectly placed for young families and downsizers, a level stroll to the village hub in one direction and Cooper Park in the other.

The vendors, who have thoroughly enjoyed living in their harbourside neighbourhood and are entrenched in the local community, are now moving interstate presenting an incredible opportunity on a blue-ribbon level parcel of land. Step outside and you’re a level walk to the buzzing laneway precinct where you’ll find everything from alfresco cafes and top restaurants to gourmet delis and yoga studios.”

On the other side of the bay, 17 Pearce Street, Double Bay is a beautifully renovated family home that’s virtually on the beach and a level walk across the sand to the 18 Footers, Double Bay Sailing Club and the ferry wharf. In one of the bay’s most tightly held spots, famed for the avenue of Jacaranda trees that create a purple haze in spring, the four-bedroom home is part of a family friendly community with rear access to Sherbrooke Avenue and Woollahra Preschool.

Those looking for an apartment that offers complete privacy along with standout convenience should check out 10/499 New South Head Road, Double Bay. It’s not your typical New South Head Road address as the two-bedroom apartment is completely hidden from view to the whisper-quiet rear of a 1930s Art Deco block of 10. Held for over 20 years, there’s a really special quality here with borrowed leafy outlooks enhancing the sense of privacy while being reassuringly close to the action on Cross Street and Bay Street and just 500m to Redleaf Pool with its spectacular harbour views.

Click on the links for the full details and inspection times of Sean’s Double Bay listings and come along tomorrow and have a look around. The deck at the 18 Footers Club has just been renovated and is a perfect spot for a coffee or cocktail while soaking up the incredible views. A local’s favourite, the sailing club is right next to the ferry wharf which now offers a new Bay2Beach Express ferry to Manly as well as the commuter ferry that operates every 30 minutes to Circular Quay via Darling Point.