Property of the Week: Waterfront luxury with $9m hopes in Tennyson Point

Along Sydney’s Parramatta River, waterfront real estate offers significantly more bang for buck than the eye-watering Eastern Suburbs.

While a house on the harbour will easily set you back more than $25 million, a five-bedroom absolute waterfront trophy home in Tennyson Point has come to market with $9 million price hopes ahead of its March 28 auction.

Listed with Michael Gallina and Cameron Brown of Belle Property North Shore, the 1,100 sq m waterside parcel last traded for $4.6 million in 2021.

The contemporary home of car dealer Nathan Sawyers and food stylist Amber De Florio borders Morrisons Bay and the local reserve, with sweeping views across the water.

“We enjoy relaxing on the alfresco balcony, capturing spectacular 180-degree views of the water, bushland and park. We have a designer fire pit by the water’s edge, and we can take a stroll in the park just outside our back gate,” Amber said.

“Our home also has a full wellness centre, including a gym and sauna, leading out to the freshwater pool and entertaining area.”

Inside the three-level home, with its 564 sq m of living space, it is no surprise that Amber’s marble kitchen features all the professional foodie bells and whistles. These include a four-metre eat-at scalloped island bench and a large butler’s pantry.

There are V-ZUG appliances throughout, including an integrated microwave, two ovens, a steam oven, Pitt gas cooktop, two fridge-freezers and two dishwashers.

Beyond the inviting front porch, the primary living level houses a spacious living and dining zone designed for large-scale entertaining. The space flows onto a covered terrace, pool area and generous lawn with direct private access to the bay.

This entry-level also features a study, a powder room, a commercial-sized laundry with a chute from the upstairs bathroom, a separate cinema room, and a self-contained one-bedroom apartment.

On the second floor, there are four more bedrooms, including the palatial main suite with a wet bar and Zip HydroTap, full-width balcony, dressing room-style walk-in wardrobe and ensuite with twin vanities and a double rain shower.

This upper level also includes a second living space opening onto the balcony, along with a family bathroom and separate toilet.

Unsurprisingly, given Sawyer’s day job, the house comes equipped with a vast five-car garage, plus an adjoining home gym or lower-ground rumpus room with wet bar, bathroom and cedar sauna.

Extra features include a hydraulic lift to all three levels, Pixie Bluetooth smart-home system, outdoor gas kitchen, underfloor heating, and a heated mosaic-tiled pool and spa with a Naked Water pool system.

The Bayview Street residence is close to popular schools and offers easy access to buses, ferries and cafés.

The home will go under the hammer on March 28, 43 Bayview St, Tennyson Point and is expected to sell for about $9 million.

Sydney watch collectors can now explore the world of Rolex at the dedicated Rolex boutique inside Chatswood Chase, one of the North Shore’s best-known luxury shopping destinations.

Operated in partnership with specialist watch retailer The Hour Glass, the boutique is located on Level 1 of the redeveloped Chatswood retail precinct. It is the eighth dedicated Rolex boutique in Australia and forms part of the Swiss watchmaker’s growing presence across Oceania.

More than simply a place to view watches, the Rolex boutique at Chatswood Chase Sydney has been designed as an immersive environment. Its architecture, materials and private consultation spaces create a setting in which visitors can learn about Rolex watches, their craftsmanship and the history behind the brand.

A Rolex boutique inspired by an iconic design

The boutique’s exterior draws inspiration from one of the most recognisable details in Rolex watchmaking: the fluted bezel.

Originally developed to help seal the Oyster case, the fluted bezel has evolved into a signature Rolex design element. At Chatswood Chase, this familiar motif is translated into a façade of vertically fluted travertine stone.

The architectural reference is subtle but distinctive, connecting the boutique’s physical design with the watches displayed inside.

Travertine continues throughout the interior, where it is paired with walnut accents, deep green upholstery and sculptural lighting. Together, these materials create a sophisticated but comfortable atmosphere suited to both experienced collectors and people exploring Rolex for the first time.

A personalised experience for watch collectors

The layout has been developed to support a more personal approach to choosing and learning about a Rolex watch.

Generously sized consultation tables provide space to examine individual timepieces closely, while two private VIP rooms accommodate more detailed appointments. The boutique can welcome individual clients, couples and larger groups without losing its sense of privacy.

Specialist staff from The Hour Glass are available to explain the features, materials and heritage of the Rolex collection. This expert guidance is particularly valuable given the breadth of Rolex watches and the technical differences between models.

Displays and photography throughout the boutique offer additional context, connecting the watches with the brand’s wider history of precision, performance and exploration.

Rolex and the world of sport

Visitors will also find references to Rolex’s longstanding relationships with leading international sports.

The brand has established strong connections with tennis, yachting and motor sport, supporting major competitions and prominent athletes across each discipline. Imagery inside the Chatswood boutique highlights these partnerships and features selected Rolex Testimonees—the champions and leading figures who represent the brand.

These displays place Rolex watches within a broader story of achievement and endurance. They also demonstrate how the brand has built an identity that extends beyond traditional Swiss watchmaking into sport, culture and exploration.

Rolex watchmaking and the pursuit of precision

Rolex is an independent Swiss watch manufacturer headquartered in Geneva. The company designs, develops and produces most of its watch components at its own facilities in Switzerland.

Its manufacturing capabilities cover numerous stages of production, from casting proprietary gold alloys to machining and finishing cases, dials, bracelets and mechanical movements. This integrated approach gives Rolex close control over the quality and performance of its watches.

The movements used in Rolex Oyster Perpetual and Perpetual watches are tested and certified in-house for precision, reliability and performance. Watches that meet the company’s criteria receive its Superlative Chronometer certification, represented by the green seal.

The word “Superlative”, inscribed on every Rolex Oyster watch, expresses the brand’s pursuit of continual improvement. That philosophy can be traced to founder Hans Wilsdorf and the innovations that shaped the modern wristwatch.

Among the company’s best-known milestones are the Rolex Oyster, introduced in 1926 as the first waterproof wristwatch, and the Perpetual rotor self-winding mechanism, developed in 1931. Rolex has registered more than 700 patents over the course of its history.

The Hour Glass and Rolex in Oceania

The Chatswood Chase location is operated by The Hour Glass, a specialist luxury watch retailer with an established Rolex presence across Oceania.

The company represents Rolex through 10 regional points of sale, comprising five dedicated boutiques and five authorised dealerships. Its stores combine carefully designed retail environments with teams of specialists who assist watch enthusiasts and collectors.

For The Hour Glass, the Chatswood boutique expands access to Rolex for clients on Sydney’s North Shore. Its location within Chatswood Chase also places the brand alongside a curated selection of premium fashion, lifestyle and dining businesses.

Rolex recently celebrated 100 years since it introduced its Rolex Oyster watch back in 1926. To celebrate the milestone they released the Oyster Perpetual 41, which pays homage to the historic original.