DARLINGHURST - A Short History

Originally  the great Valley Of Darlinghurst was originally subdivided by Governor Ralph Darling in the mid 1820s when he created 17 allotments of land parcels to house public servants and other private citizens.

With the 17 land grants that Governor Darling  allowed he had strict conditions regarding that there could only be one dwelling per allotment, that each each dwelling should be built facing the city along the ridge, and that the land should have landscaped gardens around.

This changed the whole topography of the area when you sailed into Sydney harbour and Port Jackson  made a great difference from what people could see. It also gave a very strong impression of the colony and the prosperity that you could gain as a free settlers coming to Australia.

it was a very strong a pointer of what you could gain by coming to Australia it was also very strong reminder of what you could also lose

“Larissa” - 27 Nelson Street, Woolahra, New South Wales

LARISSA

“Walsholme” - 12 Lang Road, Centennial Park

“WASHOLME” - 12 Lang Road - Centennial Park

Standing Proud As One Of Lang Roads Finest Federation Mansions “Walsholme” Is Set Amid Manicured Grounds  On A Level Dual Access 950sqm Landholding Overlooking Centennial Park. The Two Storey Romanesque Style Has Been Meticulously Renovated To RevealA Seamless Fusion Of Historic Splendour & Contemporary Luxury.

Grand Formal Rooms Including A Unique Rooftop Terrace And Coach House For Family Living And Large Scale Entertaining. Soak Up Views Of The Park From The Master Balcony, Relax By The Pool or Enjoy The Magical Sunsets Over The City Skyline From The Rooftop Terrae

14 Jena Gala Road Bellevue Hill

I think for the first time in over 80 years and designed by renowned vessel Leslie Wilkinson this iconic 2700 m² family estate is truly one of the Sydney’s finest.
The extremely versatile configurations includes eight bedrooms to study six bathrooms multiple entertaining reception areas in a self-contained guest apartment.

Flooded with sunshine and embracing spectacular vistas stress from the Opera house to the northern Beaches landscape grounds include waiting on sandstone Terrace in a private I think for the first time in over 80 years and designed by renowned vessel Leslie Wilkinson this iconic 2700 m² family state is truly one of the Sydney‘s finest.
The extremely versatile configurations includes eight bedrooms to study six bathrooms multiple entertaining reception areas in a self-contained guest apartment.

Flooded with sunshine and embracing spectacular visitors stress from the Opera house to the northern Beaches landscape grounds include sweeping on sandstone terrace in a private oh

Trisco historic waterfront state on 3326 m²

 Unique of Sydney is Mr story beautifully preserved waterfront Estates Trisco is a magnificent example of early Victoria Italianate architecture privately message in the exclusive Elizabeth Bay loop designed and built in 1868 my need another tech did the day Thomas Road Alitalia stonemasons the grand sandstone manner was used as naval officer in command of the world Australian Navy in its architectural integrity the resident supposed stately boardroom including seven bedrooms two studies and two kitchens

Del Rio Penthouse, Residence 5 a 22-24 Billyard Avenue Potts Point

 First time offered 25 years and set of approximately 1470 m² for statewide waterfront grounds and spending the whole top floor, this grand north-east facing Tracy residential cases on obstructed views across Sydney Harbour.
Design by J.Spencer stand field in 1928

 Hello penthouse eggs you to charm and sophistication of old world Hollywood.
This bit is supposed to just penthouses just want to 5 whole floor apartments offering little secure access from garage and on street parking permits jetty for water vessel drop off and pick up and spectacular outdoor water salt water spill
Elevator (private lobby and magnificent house like apartment

Cliffbrook - Coogee

Lyons Terrace - Sydney - DEMOLISHED

Lyons Terrace - Liverpool Street 

Drumoyne House -DEMOLISHED

Normanhurst House - Randwick - DEMOLISHED

Barham - Forbes Street - Darlinghurst

Buckinghams Department Store - Oxford Street

"Tusculum" - 

1 - 3 Manning Street - Potts Point

33 Degrees 87'11"S

151 Degrees 22'45"E

Tusculum is named after a town in Alban Hills 10km from Rome. 

Tusculum represents the High Point of Regency Architecture

This design is only 1 of 3 houses left designed by John Verge (1782 - 1861)

It was Built 1830 - 1835 for Alexander Brodie Spark (1792 - 1856)

2 Storey Colonial Regency

Cedar interiors imported from Lebanon, marble for flooring and chimney pieces imported from Tusculum in Italy. 

Normanhurst House - Randwick 

“Barham” - Forbes Street - Darlinghurst

"Barham " 

"Barham" was built in 1833 & is the oldest residential building in Darlinghurst. It was purchased by SCEGGS in 1900 & has been part of the school since then. 

The Grand Villa was bought for Sir Edward Deas Thomson, who was granted over 6 acres in the new Darlinghurst Estate in 1831. Thomson was born in Edinburgh and migrated to Australia in 1828-1829 when he was appointed the dual role of Clerk to the Executive and Legislative Councils in NSW on a salary of 600 Pounds a year

Governor Sir Ralph Dowling was very happy with Thomsons hard work & competance & granted him the land in Darlinghurst. John Verge was employed to design "Barham"whicvh was initially leased to Colonel Kenneth Snodgrass, before Thomson moved in with his wife, Anna Maria, the daughter of Sir Richard Bourke. 

When Thomsonleft public office he was elected as Vice Chancellor Of University of Sydney in 1865, retaining his position until he was forced to resign due to ill health in 1873. 

the couple raised their 2 sons and 5 daughters at "Barham" & remained there for 40 Years until Thomsons death in July 1879. He was buried at St Judes Church of England, Randwick

Thomson's daughter, Susan, married William John Maclaey, who was Colonial Secretary Alexander Macleays oldest son. Alexander was granted 54 Acres at Elizabeth Bay and he also employed John Verge To design his Villa. 

After Thomson's death in 1879, "Barham" was purchased by members of the Ogilvie Pastoralist family who then sold it to SCEGGS in 1900 

"Barham" is located just off Forbes Street within the grounds of SCEGGS and not be viewed from the street

BishopsCourt -

Bishops  Court At Darling Point Was The Original Site Where ThoMas Mort Had His Cottage. 

The Original Mansion Was Built In The 1860's And Was Designed By Edmund Blackett. 

"Craigend" - Darlinghirst

Craigend

Pechey family, photographer unknown. Sydney Architecture Images- Demolished. Craigend, Darlinghurst. Built 1829 by Thomas Mitchell, Surveyor-General of NSW. Demolished 1922 for a residential subdivision. Darlinghurst ( in the area of present day Surrey and Caldwell Street

The Hordern Family Home - 14 Ginahgulla Road - Bellevue Hill

This Was The Home To One Of Australia's Mosr Imoortant And Influential Dynasties. This House Is Firmly Entrenched In Rhe Nations History

It Occupies A Magnificent 2,700 sqm Parcel Of Land 

More Than Likely The Best Example Left In Sydney Of Professor Leslie Wilkinson's Style. 

Sydney Cove 1788

Here is a sketch I Did of Sydney cove in July 1788

"Cairo" - 81 Macleay Street, Potts Point

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This Was Pulled Down To Make Way For The Chevron Hotel. 

WHAT A SHAME!!!'  THIS WOULD HAVE BEEN A BEAUTIFUL MANSION 

Sophienburg estate Liverpool

RUINS of a long lost Georgian estate once owned by prominent figures from Liverpool’s history have been discovered but an archaeologist is now needed to uncover the story behind the enigmatic site.

The remnants of Sophienburg estate were found last year by the City of Liverpool and District Historical Society’s president Glen op den Brouw.

Working on a hunch about where the estate would have lain, the Liverpool resident was walking through dense bushland in Casula when he stumbled upon several stone pieces.

A Classic Georgian Manor - Mosman

Positioned In The Prestigious Balmoral Dress Circle, This Impeccably Reatored Georgia. colonial Manor Is Neatled On A Bast 2163sqm Landholding. Reminiscent Of The Sttely Rural Retreat, The Reaidence Is Set Amid Magnificent Heritage Hepunds Which Provide A Unique Level Of Peace And Seclusoon. 

5 Eastbourne Road, Darling Point.

Wednesday 9th Nobemver 2016

Historic Charm 

Beathtaking Views 

Built In The 1880's, This Freestanding Villa Presents A unique  Opportunity

Lectura - 24 Lang Road - Centennial Park

Lactura c1910. 1031sqm

265 Oxford Street- Town Homes

Without A Doubt One Of Paddingtons Finest Transformations, This Divine Turn Key Projecy Offers An Enviable Lifestyle. Hints Of Character, Intertwined With Contrmporary Chich Finishes Gives Thus Once In A. lifetime Town home A Truly Unique Aesetic. 

Reflecting Pure Quality, No Expense Has Been Spared Creating This Exclusive Sanctuary. 

"Rona" - 2 Ginahgulla Road - Bellevue Hill

"Rona' Is A 2 Storey Ssndstone Mansion Set On A 5,700m Estate With Harbour Views. 

It's One Of Sydney's Finest Residential Estates. A Trophy Residence Of Unparalleled Prestige, Size & Significance. 

It's In The Best Position In Bellevue Hill. 

It's Built In The Victorian Gothic Revival Style - Designed by G. A Morell And Built In Sydney Sandstone in 1883 For Mr William Knox, The Founder Of CSR Limited. 

'Rona" Was Severely Damaged By fire in 1905, & Is Restored With Modifications by the Architect William Wardell Jnr.

The House Sold For $58 Million in 2018, Making It One Of Australia's Most Expensive Homes At The Time.

What You See From The Street & What Exists Beyond The Iron Gates Are 2 Very Different Things.

12 Ferdinand Street - Hunters Hill

Exuding An Elegance & Granduer Unmatched In Heritage Value Of Period Grace, This Breathtaking 1856 Sandstone Manor Is A Remarkable Rarity. One Of Hunters Hills Oldest Homes, The Residence Is Set On Approx1,037sqm. 

"Atherfield"- 1870 Gothic Revival Estate

 

Bulwarra - Hunter's Hill - New South Wales

This Estate Was Originally Built In 1877

Vaucluse - South Head - The Keepers Cottage

Unrivalled In Prestige, Setting Or Historical Significance. Built In 1881 As The Keepers Residence Adjacent To The 1818 Macquarie Lighthouse And Set On Over 2,600 sqm

"Boomerang" - Potts Point - New South Wales

"BOOMERANG"

"Swifts" - Darling Point - New South Wales

"SWIFTS"

Originally Built For The Tooth's Brewing Family 

Swifts Is Cirrently Owned By Shane Moran Of The Moran

Health Care Family. The Gothic

Revival Mansion Was Originally

Built by Beer Baron Sir Robert Lucas tooth In 1882 And At One Stage Was Owned By The Catholic Church.