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Commanding one of the largest and most breathtaking beachfront landholdings in suburban Adelaide, Somerlea is a coastal estate of extraordinary scale, stature and significance.
Rising high above the protected expanse of John Miller Reserve with sweeping 160-degree views across Gulf St Vincent, this landmark residence occupies approximately 1700sqm of elevated coastal land - with the rare additional opportunity to acquire a further adjoining 893sqm allotment on a separate title. Combined, the offering would create approximately 2593sqm, making it the largest residential beachfront landholding in suburban Adelaide.
Originally constructed circa 1908 as part of a magnificent 5800sqm estate, the home has evolved alongside the coastline itself to become one of Adelaide's most recognisable beachfront residences.
Over time, South Australian House of Assembly member John Miller transformed the surrounding dunes into lush private gardens, establishing an extraordinary seaside estate. Following his passing, a portion of land was gifted to council in his honour, creating the now beloved John Miller Reserve that permanently protects the home's uninterrupted outlook.
Today, Somerlea remains extraordinary exactly as it is - a home where generations gather, summers stretch endlessly outdoors, and daily life remains forever connected to the oceanic horizon.
Beyond the secure entrance, elegant interiors unfold beneath soaring ornate ceilings, chandeliers, intricate plasterwork and original fireplaces. Refined formal rooms honour the home's character, while beautifully considered living spaces embrace the coastline beyond.
The kitchen connects effortlessly to relaxed family living and a light-filled enclosed sunroom overlooking the reserve and ocean. Wrapped in glass and opening directly onto the expansive verandah, this elevated space captures the essence of coastal living - morning coffee with sea air drifting through, long lunches with family and friends, and sunsets stretching endlessly across the horizon.
Multiple bedrooms enjoy ocean outlooks - a rarity of true significance along Adelaide's coastline. The master suite offers a dressing room, built-in robes and direct verandah access, while the lower level provides additional flexibility with a fourth bedroom and original cellar below.
Yet what makes Somerlea so compelling is the opportunity to simply enjoy it now - or take full advantage of the planning approved architectural vision already carefully designed for the estate.
With council planning consent secured, the plans propose a substantial contemporary addition that respectfully blends old and new architecture while reimagining the property for modern luxury living. The proposed extension introduces expansive open-plan entertaining, additional accommodation, resort-style outdoor amenities, rooftop hospitality spaces, spacious garaging for four vehicles with internal house access, and seamless indoor-outdoor connection - all designed to maximise the extraordinary coastal setting.
The vision includes a luxury kitchen with butler's pantry, dramatic living and dining zones framed by floor-to-ceiling glass picture windows and full height stackable glass doors, swimming pool, full size tennis court, rooftop second kitchen, alfresco pavilion with retractable roof, pizza oven with additional BBQ entertaining facilities and a spectacular sunken firepit overlooking the coastline.
Importantly, the prominence and character of Somerlea remain at the centre of the design - allowing the existing residence and its remarkable history to continue shining while introducing a bold new future.
Somerlea is more than a home.
It is a landmark coastal estate.
A once-in-a-generation opportunity where lifestyle, scale, architecture, and future vision unite in extraordinary fashion.
Features
Landmark coastal estate positioned on approximately 1700sqm
Opportunity to acquire adjoining 893sqm allotment on separate title
Potential combined landholding of approximately 2593sqm
Sweeping 160-degree uninterrupted ocean views across Gulf St Vin
Elevated position overlooking protected John Miller Reserve
Four-bedroom residence with multiple bedrooms enjoying ocean outlooks
Master suite with dressing room, built-in robes & direct verandah access
Elegant formal & informal living spaces
Light-filled enclosed sunroom overlooking reserve & coastline
Original cellar & flexible lower-level accommodation
Soaring ceilings, chandeliers & intricate character detailing
Multiple fireplaces throughout
Spacious kitchen with butler's pantry & quality appliances
Ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning & ceiling fans
Secure gated entry, established grounds & irrigated gardens
Multiple car accommodation & additional off-street parking
Council consent approved for luxury architectural extension
Proposed garaging for four vehicles with internal house access
Lifestyle
Directly overlooking the protected green expanse of John Miller Reserve
Moments to Somerton Park Beach
Zoned for Paringa Park Primary School & Brighton Secondary School
Close to Sacred Heart College & Westminster School
Less than 25 minutes to the Adelaide CBD
Moments to cafés, dining & coastal conveniences
Rates
Council $14072.60PA
SA Water $1177.49PQ
ES Levy $1050.25PA
City of Holdfast Bay
Torrens Title
Built 1908
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