The spirit and grandeur of this iconic residence cannot be nearly conveyed in words or photos, to understand and experience all this home has to offer, an inspection of the premises is a must.
Over 128 years the home has had various roles and what stands today is the result of the two previous owner’s dedication to see this unique homestead once again elevated to the elegant and beautiful residence it once was. The restoration undertaken is in the spirit of a history as a destination for elegant Ball nights, high quality comfort as a family home and a celebration of quality architecture and finishing as seen in the detail and level of craftsmanship required to complete the incredible decorations and adornments, this home is nothing short of a work of art.
3.2 metre high ceilings with intricate plaster decorations provide a hint to the hierarchy of each room. The striking ruby red and cobalt blue glass panes surrounding the front door place the entry among the most important areas while the incredible scale of the marble fire place in the dining room is another remarkable feature.
The home exceeds today’s standard for quality living, the kitchen showcases 40mm granite benchtops, only the best appliances such as the stainless steel Ilve 5 burner gas cooktop and QASAIR rangehood. Rich, dark jarrah timber cabinetry is cleverly designed, makes use of the space and the servery window opens the kitchen up to the connecting reception hall connecting to the rear yard and upstairs.
The bathroom next door is sumptuous, elegantly decorated with a stained glass window as a focal point like a piece of illuminated jewellery. The considered lighting is disguised within the vanity and is soft and complimentary. The ultra-modern freestanding bath and telephone style mixer that suggest ultimate luxury. All the bedrooms are huge compared to today’s standards, they are fitted with fireplaces and decorated ceilings and with 2 additional guest rooms upstairs beyond the existing 5 bedrooms on the ground floor, there will never be a time where comfortable accommodation is in short supply.
Modern comforts including reverse cycle air-conditioning and jetmaster deluxe gas coal fireplaces have been installed into the main rooms, pendant light fittings sympathetic to the era of design yet with today’s functionality have been installed. The exterior has been repainted in a colour scheme accentuating additional decorative elements and adornments.
The yard provides further luxury, with a private swimming pool tastefully enclosed with lawns and sandstone like pavers surrounded by extensive manicured gardens, mature trees and additional structures including a huge store room and gardening shed. The property is understated from the front, only upon approach does it start to reveal scale and splendour of what is to follow.
Finally, the location of this address offers convenience, with proximity to the local and well stocked shopping village, many schools for all ages, transport options and the variety of other services East Maitland has.
This is the sort of rare opportunity that only emerges once in a lifetime, even more so, as all the hard work has already been done, now, all that is needed is a family who will continue to maintain this wonderful and unique piece of local history in its current state and enjoy all the attributes this elaborate and authentic home has to offer.
This property is proudly marketed by Hunter River Realty Group, for further information call 4934 4111.
