Barracks and Guardhouse
Information about Leasing
Perched high above Middle Harbour capturing water views towards Balmoral, these former barracks comprise three identical buildings fronting a former parade ground. Beaches, sports facilities and bush walking tracks are on the doorstep. The Barracks and Guardhouse are now open to proposals.
The Buildings
These functional buildings represent an unparalleled opportunity for adaptive re-use. If required, the 63 large bedrooms and shared bathroom facilities could be reconfigured or combined with the 10 Terminal buildings to create boutique visitor accommodation, training or education facilities. There are opportunities for partial demolition or alternative exterior treatments, including larger window openings and the addition of verandahs to fully take advantage of this prized position.
Adjacent to the Barracks is a modern former guardhouse. Suitable for refurbishment or replacement, the guardhouse could be adaptively re-used for visitor experiences, a cafe or kiosk or reception.
Transport
Middle Head Peninsula is just minutes from Mosman village and approximately 25 minutes drive from Sydney's CBD. The Barracks and Guardhouse are served by the 244 bus service to Wynard (Mon-Fri). Transport details for Middle Head Peninsula in Headland Park
Site Plan for Middle Head
Map of Middle Head showing the Barracks
Building Plans
Building B1, Barracks [PDF - 87KB] Total NLA 599.6 m²
Building B2, Barracks [PDF - 86 KB] Total NLA 600.2 m²
Building B3, Barracks [PDF - 86KB] Total NLA 598.1 m²
Building B4, Barracks [PDF - 38 KB] Total NLA 40.9 m²
Availability
The Barracks buildings are offered in their current unrenovated format and offer exciting refurbishment and adaptive re-use opportunities to tailor the properties to individual requirements. Interested parties will need to respect the site's special values and be creative in responding to environmental and heritage constraints in this sensitive location.
Documents relating to this site
Check these important documents to find out more about the Harbour Trust's plans for the site and guidelines for its use.
Review the Middle Head Management Plan
Tenant Design Guidelines for Barracks and Guardhouse [PDF - 38 KB]
Hazardous Materials Register for Barracks and Guardhouse [PDF - 58 KB]
Further Information
Contact the Harbour Trust for more information or to arrange an inspection: (02) 8969 2100.
Apply
Properties at the former Barracks and Guardhouse are now available for lease. If you are interested in submitting a proposal, please carefully review the above documents and plans relating to the Barracks. Then follow the simple steps to apply through open leasing.
We also strongly recommend that you contact our Leasing section on (02) 8969 2100 to discuss your proposal. They will be able to provide further information and answer any queries about your proposed use of the site.