A stunning French provincial-style family home in Dalkeith, built by Springate Homes in 2024, has been listed for $7 million. The three-storey, six-bedroom residence features a traditional mansard roof, dormer windows, and a wrought iron balcony, offering old-world charm and modern luxury.
Designed by interior designer Jo Springate and her builder husband Jason, the home occupies a peaceful pocket of Dalkeith opposite parklands with river views. The couple used the mansard roof to incorporate a third storey while adhering to height limits, preserving lofty 3m-high ceilings and extra-tall windows on the lower floors.
The top floor functions as a self-contained loft apartment with a sixth bedroom, walk-in-robe, study, double-vanity bathroom, kitchen with premium appliances, and living-dining area. It offers sweeping treetop and river views, ideal for older children, guests, or carers.
Ground-floor living spaces include a formal lounge, kitchen, scullery, dining area, and a guest suite opening to the backyard and al fresco area. The second floor houses the master suite, additional bedrooms, bathrooms, and a central lounge for privacy.
Gardens feature cobblestone pathways, a citrus garden with orange, lemon, and lime trees, and a backyard oasis with a swimming pool, frangipanis, magnolias, wisteria, a herb garden, and an outdoor shower. Interiors include solid French oak parquetry flooring, archways, marble fireplaces, ceiling roses, wall panelling, and designer lighting.
Ms Springate noted that every detail was handpicked with no expense spared, including quartzite kitchen benchtops, solid brass tapware, and a Zip tap with boiling, chilled, and sparkling water. She highlighted the front lounge as a favourite cosy spot overlooking the garden.
