Thursday, February 23, 2012

Gower, Federation House in Randwick

Gower, Federation House in Randwick


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Gower, at 12 Coogee Bay Road Randwick NSW 2031, is a grand 5 bedroom home set on 468sqm of land and is one of Randwick's most breathtaking homes. Was for sale in February 2012 with estimate price of $1,921,900 to $2,039,900 (sold for $1,808,000 in 10/05/2005)
Gower, at 12 Coogee Bay Road Randwick NSW
Gower, at 12 Coogee Bay Road Randwick NSW

Combining stunning interiors and the finest of finishes, beautifully refurbished 'Gower' (built in 1920), is surrounded by exquisite gardens designed by Peter Fudge.
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Property Sold History

Date
Publication
Property Type
Price
10/05/2005
Government Notified Sale (Normal Sale)
Residence
$1,808,000
12/09/2002
Government Notified Sale (Normal Sale)
Residence
$1,400,000

Randwick Heritage Study report:

Very good two-storey Edwardian house. Atypical design. Complex roof form.
 Good example of Late or Post-Edwardian domestic architecture
Good example of Late or Post-Edwardian domestic architecture

  • Projecting section on one side has gabled balcony above.
  • Porch at ground floor is deeply recessed with enclosed balcony above.
  • Little altered but for minor detail.
  • Dark brick with arched entry to porch. Slate roof.
  • Bay beside projecting section has its own roof and extensive leadlight glazing.
  • Some very good timberwork on balcony. Sympathetic style picket fence.
  • Well planted garden and lawn, with creepers on building. A good example of the style. Good streetscape in good location.
Stunning leadlight and original ceiling
Stunning leadlight and original ceiling

Coffered ceiling and wood panelling are very typical of Edwardian style
Coffered ceiling and wood panelling are very typical of Edwardian style

Impressive staircase detail, and note the stained glass transom-fanlight over the doorway
Impressive staircase detail, and note the stained glass transom-fanlight over the doorway

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Wonderful stained glass in the dining room window
Wonderful stained glass in the dining room window

Fully renovated kitchen
Fully renovated kitchen

Bedroom with enclosed balcony
Bedroom with enclosed balcony

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Floor Plan
Floor Plan

References

http://www.homehound.com.au/12+coogee+bay+road+randwick+nsw+2031/
http://www.onthehouse.com.au/buy/property/50548923?PageNr=
RANDWICK HERITAGE STUDY: http://www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library/scripts/objectifyMedia.aspx?file=pdf/20/34.pdf&siteID=1&str_title=12%20Coogee%20Bay%20Road.pdf

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