6/23 Curlew Street

Toowong QLD 4066

Built in the 1800s this historic, colonial mansion, Kensington, is set on an elevated 753m2 home site in Toowong, one of Brisbane's most desirable suburbs boasting an extra wide 26 metre wide street frontage. Impressive in design, this magnificent home features 14 foot ceilings, wide bull-nose verandahs, grand arched entry portico and original decorative fretwork. From the grand entrance halls to ornate dining rooms and restored period features, this homestead has it all.The centrally located grand hallway entrance that leads off to a formal dining room, massive ballroom, four king size bedrooms, spacious formal living and separate living arears. In addition this property features a ground floor air-conditioned wine cellar with separate tasting room. The home is a superb example of quality craftsmanship from yesteryear, providing features including breathtaking ceilings with ornate cornices, leadlight doors, crystal chandeliers, three marble fireplaces, custom drapery and polished floorboards. The home site supports a generous street frontage surrounded by manicured lawn, paved pathways, mature hedges and a white picket fence all framed by a glorious Jacaranda tree and floral arbor entrance. 23 Curlew street is situated 5.2km from the Brisbane CBD, this historic home is perfectly positioned in a quiet, leafy street close to parks, bike-ways, shops/cafes, some of Brisbane's best schools, Brisbane Boys College, Stuartholme, The University of Queensland and the and conveniently located public transport. With period details, ornate high ceilings and original stained-glass windows it oozes old-world wonder.Quality features of the property:753m2 elevated, hilltop siteGrand entrance hallway 4 bedrooms 5 bathrooms5 toiletsElegant reception hall Formal dining roomGrand ballroom with open fireplace and original joineryColonial kitchen with granite benchtops2 separate living areas3 marble fire places14 foot ceilings with embossed ornate cornicesLead light doorsFrench doors throughoutCedar joinery Australian wide board flooringAir-conditioned wine cellar with tasting roomHome office areaSecurity alarmAir-conditionedWide verandahs with classic bullnose roofing Three Car accommodationAmple storage under the homeFully fenced Established gardens with flag poleFor further details or to arrange a private inspection. contact Ty Babbidge from Brisbane Real Estate on 0404 050 454