Return to the days when craftsmen created works of art; when homes accommodated large families with ease, and when houses were built to last.
This large and gracious home situated on 1232 m2, overlooking the stunning city skyline and the Brisbane River, dates from the 1930s. With 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and vast areas of living space, generously apportioned over 2 levels, it is a sanctuary that generations of children (and grandchildren) have called home.
A major attraction is the full length glamorous sunroom, with circular meals area and bar, which captures panoramic views of the city and New Farm across the broad Brisbane River. With its northeasterly aspect, it is a cheerful, open space, warmed by the morning sun. In contrast, the quiet and private eastern-facing side balcony is shaded and cool. Itapos;s perfect as a safe play area for children and easily monitored from the splendid master bedroom with its double walk-in robes, or from the welcoming, kitchen that is large - even by 1930s standards.
The formal lounge and dining retain a formal elegance that gives extra sparkle to a dinner party or when entertaining, while the viewing tower adds its own sense of history. It is believed this space was also known as a amp;#145;widowapos;s walkapos; where a wife would watch for her husbandapos;s ship as it sailed up the river.
Downstairs, there are another 4 bedrooms, together with multiple sitting and storage rooms. Once divided into flats, this area of 248sqm is ideal for a growing family or as an independent living space for adult children.
Special touches, created by skilled craftsmen, give this comfortable 637 m home a distinct character. Outside, the triple gable faade provides a clue to its date of construction. Inside, the entry is remarkable for its ornately tiled floor, solid timber staircase and dramatic wooden panelling. Above the stairs and throughout the house, the leadlight windows and doors are impeccably crafted and are enriched with coloured glass. The ornate plasterwork ceilings, decorative window treatments, columns, panelling trims and rare Crowapos;s Ash wood all enhance the individuality of this family home.
