Sunday, May 13, 2012

Frenchmans Road Randwick

Federation Bungalow, 18 Frenchmans Road Randwick NSW 2031

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  • Rare example of a symmetrical double-fronted Federation Bungalow
  • "Inviting Federation home with rear lane access.....
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"Residing in the prestigious area of Randwick rich with history, is this charming original double brick federation home.
  • Positioned in a very coveted street with unlimited potential to add your touch to its unique Victorian grandeur.
  • Consisting of 2 rare lock up garages with rear lane access, this timeless federation home is sure to capture your attention.
  • Three Oversized bedrooms
  • Formal lounge and dining
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  • Large original gas kitchen
  • Two Bathrooms
  • High ornate ceilings
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  • leadlight windows
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  • Two Fireplaces
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  • Storage/Laundry
  • Landscaped yard
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  • Two LUG w/rear lane access
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'Concorde', Federation Filigree Terrace, 29 Frenchmans Road, Randwick

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RANDWICK HERITAGE STUDY:
Very good two-storey turn-of-the-century house, probably about 1895. Terrace style.
  • Gabled slate roof with side parapets.
  • Symmetrical design with bays on each side at both levels.
  • Roughcast gablets above each.
  • Outstanding transitional verandah and balcony.
  • Combines Victorian cast iron posts and lacework with Edwardian style spindle valence to verandah and wrought iron balcony balustrade.
  • Iron lace patterns are unusual and outstanding.
  • Arched access for main door.
  • Almost intact down to original style timber fence.
  • Shutters to French doors probably later addition.
Significance:
  • Fine example of transitional late Victorian/early Federation style. Almost intact down to original style fence.


Queen Anne Federation Cottage, “GLENDHU”, 41 Frenchmans Road, Randwick

“GLENDHU”,  41 Frenchmans Road, Randwick as it was in January 1988
“GLENDHU”, 41 Frenchmans Road, Randwick as it was in January 1988

RANDWICK HERITAGE STUDY:
c. 1908 “Glendhu”, federation cottage, simple Queen Anne style.
  • Elegant design for narrow frontage, with ‘front’ door at side.
  • Bullnosed verandah, roof on turned timber posts, double hung windows,
  • French doors with side lights and skylights,
  • original patterned slate roof.
c. 1908 “Glendhu”, federation cottage, simple Queen Anne style in 2012
c. 1908 “Glendhu”, federation cottage, simple Queen Anne style in 2012

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