Set along picturesque Rose Street, this grand Victorian sandstone residence is a rare expression of Adelaide elegance where craftsmanship from another era meets the ease of modern luxury. Built in 1884 by respected builder Thomas Hockridge, the home has been lovingly restored by its current custodians, honouring its heritage while elevating day-to-day living with thoughtful, high-quality updates.
Step through the main entrance and a classic Victorian archway introduces the home's generous proportions. High sweeping ceilings, warm cypress pine floors and beautiful natural light set the tone, while ornate fireplaces and refined ceiling roses bring a sense of romance and character.
With up to four spacious bedrooms, the layout offers flexibility for families, guests, or a work-from-home arrangement without compromising the home's graceful rhythm. A separate study positioned off the living area adds a highly functional layer, ideal for working from home, focused study, or a quiet retreat that still feels connected to the home's daily rhythm.
At the centre of the home, a designer Farquhar kitchen delivers a distinctly European feel, anchored by Miele appliances and positioned to look out across tranquil, manicured gardens. It's a space designed for real life: morning coffee with a garden view, effortless entertaining, and the quiet satisfaction of everything being in its place.
The expansive north-facing rear opens to a private, secure backyard, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection that feels both generous and grounded. The garden is immaculate, lush yet easy care, with an outdoor entertaining area that invites long lunches, family celebrations, or peaceful moments at the end of the day. Among the many trees and plantings are ornamental pears, espaliered apple, magnolias and manicured hedges, offering seasonal beauty and a sense of abundance.
Key features include:
- Exuding street appeal with plantation shutters to front windows
- Ducted commercial-grade 3 phase zoned heating and cooling
- Contemporary bathrooms with double vanity and rain shower to ensuite
- Underfloor heating to both bathrooms
- Well-designed laundry with ample storage and a third separate toilet
- Monitored alarm security system and video intercom
- Ethernet cable hard-wired to bedroom 3
- Rainbank water tank system and irrigation system
- Garden shed with electricity
- Coveted off-street parking plus single automatic carport
Ideally located near The Parade and Magill Road's shopping and dining precincts, zoned to Norwood Primary & Marryatville High, with a short drive to PAC, Pembroke and St Peters, enjoy life in this blue chip, Eastern suburb locale.
