HOUSE OF THE WEEK
FEATURES: 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car parking
ADDRESS: 23 Vista Street, Sans Souci
AUCTION: Saturday, November 25 at 12pm
AGENT: McGraths Sans Souci
CONTACT: Liam Tsaprazis 0410 883 560
INSPECTION: By appointment
A showpiece of Sans Souci's rich nineteenth century history, this breathtaking residence, 'Ellesmere', is blessed with all the classical majesty and elegance of its c1883 heritage.
Once the home of former NSW Premier Sir Joseph Carruthers, flourishes of stained glass, jarrah, marble and sandstone attest to its unquestioned prestige.
A selection of grand living and entertaining spaces culminates in an exquisite formal lounge, set beneath a beautifully ornate coved ceiling.
The provincial granite and gas kitchen is joined by six vast bedrooms plus an office/library, while the home's manicured lawns, gardens and swimming pool are shaded by a magnificent fig tree.
Standing on one of Sans Souci's most coveted streets, this enchanting residence captures views across the sparkling waters of Kogarah Bay to Carss Park.
It boasts private access to the water's edge, where a ramp allows for boat launches, while also central to all manner of lifestyle amenities, including numerous boating facilities.
The house has a wonderful history that is well documented locally.
It was built in 1882 by William Rust while the first occupants were Ann and Walter Moyse, before William and his wife moved in to occupy it themselves.
It was later purchased by Sir Joseph Carruthers who went on to become the Premier in 1904.
Ellesmere is a historic building of rare Victorial Gothic design. It has been altered to suit modern living but remains a beautiful piece of historic architecture.
