Expressions of Interest Closing Monday 16th November at 12pm
Gracing the edge of Fitzroy Gardens since 1873, Wellpark House is one of Melbourne's most distinguished historic residences. Now reimagined by Orchard Piper in collaboration with renowned multidisciplinary practice Mim Design, this Victorian-era terrace is a one-of-a-kind expression of heritage, craftsmanship and contemporary luxury.
Spanning nearly 500sqm of internal living across four levels, with private lift access throughout, Wellpark House is a home of exceptional rarity. Every element has been meticulously executed without compromise, creating what is arguably one of the most luxurious private homes ever offered overlooking the gardens. Few residences can claim this combination of architectural significance, contemporary interiors, garaging and an uninterrupted outlook across Fitzroy Gardens.
Beyond the intricate iron lacework and a manicured garden by Myles Baldwin Design, the hallway recalls the entrance of a private Parisian residence. To one side, glass doors reveal an elegant light-filled study, where tall original windows frame postcard views across the iconic Fitzroy Gardens, a room that could just as easily become a fourth bedroom. Further along, a beautifully appointed powder room leads to a guest suite with walk-in robe and private ensuite, while an exceptionally generous laundry and dedicated walk-in drying room complete the ground floor.
The entire first floor has been conceived for entertaining. The kitchen, living and dining spaces unfold beneath soaring ceilings, with French doors opening onto an expansive terrace above the greenery of Fitzroy Gardens. At the centre, a monumental Lord White marble island anchors the bespoke kitchen, alongside a La Cornue cooker and a sculptural curved bar designed for guests to gather around. Woodcut herringbone floors, Rosana marble fireplaces and layers of custom joinery and detailing evoke the refinement and elegance of grand Parisian interiors. For more intimate moments, a private sitting room, finished in Phillip Jeffries wallpaper, offers a richly atmospheric retreat, complemented by a beautifully detailed Rosana marble powder room.
The upper level is dedicated to the bedrooms, crowned by a full-width primary suite framed by the treetops and filled with morning light. Its ensuite pairs twin vanities and a generous twin shower with handcrafted tiles, nickel tapware and a freestanding bath reminiscent of the Victorian era. A further bedroom with built-in robes and its own ensuite completes the level.
On the lower-ground floor, cobblestone marble paving and arched doors introduce a second entertaining level, where an 800-bottle walk-in wine cellar and tasting room provide an intimate setting for prized collections and unforgettable evenings. A versatile games and rumpus room offers further space to relax, while garaging accommodates approximately five to six vehicles.
Perhaps one of Wellpark House's greatest assets lies beyond the front gate. With Fitzroy Gardens at its doorstep, this landmark home occupies a setting as prestigious as it is tightly held. The Paris end of Collins Street, Parliament House, St Patrick's Cathedral, the MCG sporting precinct and Melbourne's finest dining, retail and cultural institutions are all within an effortless walk.
Warm, refined and deeply liveable, Wellpark House has a richness that will continue to reveal itself over time, and offers a rare opportunity to own one of the city's most beautifully resolved residences.
