Sitting proudly along one of Toowoomba's beautiful tree-lined inner-city streets, Lorea House is a character home with a story to tell. Dating back to circa 1915 and surrounded by an extraordinary award-winning garden, it brings together more than a century of heritage with thoughtful contemporary renovations and an unmistakable sense of personality.
Beyond the private front courtyard, original details remain at the heart of the home. Soaring 3.2-metre ceilings, polished timber floors, pressed tin ceilings, breezeways, original doors and a fireplace speak to its heritage. Carefully considered updates have enhanced the home without losing the character that makes it so special.
The kitchen brings a refined contemporary layer to the interiors, with stone benchtops, brushed brass and ceramic tapware and two 600mm Westinghouse ovens. A generous butler's pantry provides floor-to-ceiling storage and a beautiful farmhouse Belfast sink, creating a space that is as practical as it is considered.
Three generous bedrooms provide comfortable accommodation, complemented by a recently renovated ensuite and a character-filled main bathroom featuring a claw-foot bath. Split-system air conditioning and extensive insulation beneath the floors and within the roof ensure the home remains comfortable throughout the seasons.
Outside, Lorea House becomes something truly memorable.
The gardens have been lovingly created with French influence, vintage charm and an abundance of colour, earning Grand Prize recognition in both 2021 and 2023, followed by the People's Choice Garden award in 2026. Established planting, intimate garden rooms, five vegetable beds and a charming summer house create a landscape designed to be explored rather than simply admired.
A covered entertaining deck provides the perfect place to enjoy it all, complete with an insulated roof, ceiling fan and dimmable downlights for long lunches that continue well into the evening.
Beyond, an impressive 6m x 6m powered shed and workshop is complemented by a separate 6m x 3.5m studio with its own hot water system, opening up possibilities for creative pursuits, working from home or additional flexible space. The approximately 9.96sqm summer house adds yet another layer to the property's remarkable versatility. A water tank attached to the summer house adds further practicality to the garden.
Practical improvements have been equally considered, including Crimsafe windows and rear door, remote-controlled driveway gates, a new gas hot water system, roof and underfloor insulation, gutter guards and bird and possum proofing. The property is also fully fenced, creating a wonderfully private setting in the heart of the city.
With St Saviour's Catholic Primary School quite literally on the doorstep, alongside easy access to Toowoomba's CBD, schools, cafés and inner-city amenities, Lorea House offers something increasingly difficult to find - a beautifully preserved piece of Toowoomba history that has continued to evolve with the people who call it home.
Highlights
- Lorea House, circa 1915
- Award-winning French-inspired gardens
- 2021 and 2023 Grand Prize-winning garden
- 2026 People's Choice Garden
- Three generous bedrooms
- Recently renovated ensuite
- Main bathroom with claw-foot bath
- Soaring 3.2m ceilings
- Pressed tin ceilings and original breezeways
- Polished timber floors
- Original doors and heritage detailing
- Fireplace
- Renovated kitchen with stone benchtops
- Two 600mm Westinghouse ovens
- Brushed brass and ceramic tapware
- Butler's pantry with floor-to-ceiling storage and Belfast sink
- Covered outdoor entertaining deck with fan and dimmable lighting
- Private front courtyard
- Five vegetable garden beds
- Approx. 9.96sqm summer house with water tank
- 6m x 6m powered shed
- 6m x 3.5m studio with hot water
- Split-system air conditioning
- Roof and underfloor insulation
- Crimsafe windows and rear door
- Remote-controlled driveway gates
- Fully fenced
- St Saviour's Catholic Primary School at the doorstep
- Convenient inner-city location
More than a century of character, an award-winning garden and a home that has been beautifully evolved for today - contact Heston Marino to experience Lorea House for yourself.
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