Grand old Mosman is the crown jewel of the lower north shore. Its wide meandering manicured streets are lined with stately Federation homes and sleek designer townhouses and apartments. The stunning harbour views from the hills of Mosman and its tree shaded beaches have made Mosman the painted suburb in Australia with famous works by Arthur Streeton, Julian Ashton and Tom Roberts immortalising its charms. When people move to this most coveted of communities they never leave, making for a close knit friendly neighbourhood with a village feel despite its elegance.

Restaurants and cafes

Though not famous for a lively entertainment scene, Mosman has excellent fine dining, such as Ripples on Chowder Bay, and the world famous Bathers Pavilion at Balmoral Beach. Also at Balmoral Beach is Bottom of the Harbour, the paragon of fish and chips takeaway. There is no end of cafes along the busy shopping strips on Military Road and Spit Junction. Unpretentious pubs such as Hotel Mosman ensure every taste is catered for.

Transport

Mosman is 18 minutes’ drive to the CBD or 15 minutes’ drive to North Sydney. Regular buses zip along Military Road to the CBD, Chatswood and North Sydney train station. Ferries from Mosman wharf go to Circular Quay.

Schools

Mosman is convenient for all major north shore schools, and home to Queenwood School for Girls and Mosman High School.

Parks & recreation

Mosman is blessed with glorious beaches, parks and bushland including Balmoral Beach, Clifton Gardens, Sirius Cove, Chinamans Beach, Obelisk Beach, Bradleys Head, and Sydney Harbour National Park. Taronga Zoo is unforgettable and Mosman is heaven for boating.