Bushland Beauty
A Mark III/IV in Wollongong’s leafy Balgownie. Perfectly located for views from the escarpment, this home was thoughtfully renovated by the owners in 2001.
Newport retreat
A Mark IV in Sydney’s hilly northern beaches. Mostly original, the occupants enjoy the additions featured in this last version of the Beachcomber, including the kitchen hatch and the big north-facing window in the living area.
Big box on steel legs
A great overview of the Beachcomber story in the Sydney Morning Herald (October 2012).
Carlingford Coach Tour
50th Anniversary of the Carlingford Display Homes Coach Tour with Stephen Batey
By the Sea
A Beachcomber Mark II constructed at Avalon Beach in 1963. The angled orientation of the house on a sloping bush block allows views of the valley to the ocean. Locally referred to as the “television set” house, which only makes sense if you remember television sets used to have legs…
Inaugural Beachcomber BBQ
On Anzac Day 2012 the first annual Beachcomber BBQ kicked off at Billy and Sarah’s Mark II in the Blue Mountains.
South Turramurra, near Comenarra Parkway
The boy is probably a grandpa now, but the Beachcomber Mark II looks resplendent amongst the less adventurous housing nearby. Comenarra Estate, South Turramurra. Photographed 1960s, image supplied by Nino Sydney.
Kitchen conundrums
A well used 1960’s kitchen needed a bit of help for a 1990’s young family. And as with the later versions of the Beachcomber, the kitchen benefited from being opened up to the living room, and the view.
Searching for Nino
A Beachcomber Mark II constructed on a dramatic cliffside site in the Blue Mountains. The home has withstood several bushfires and its original charm is very much appreciated by its new owners.
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