IMAGINE THIS

Sydney’s eastern suburbs are sought after for a reason. There are world-renowned beaches and coastal walks for a start, but scratch the surface and you’ll find parks, boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. All with a lovely village vibe. Easy proximity to amenities was a priority for the owners of this home, Stephanie and Andrew, especially once their son Freddie, now four, and their dog Frankie, a lagotto romagnolo, came into the picture.

The couple had been living in the inner-city suburb of Surry Hills but by 2016 were