Nestled within extensive grounds reminiscent of an English country garden, this grand Victorian residence blends the fine proportions and workmanship of the late 1800s with loving modern renovations.

Lynne Grove House is one of Brisbane’s enduring properties, surrounded by a generous approximately 3,121 sqm allotment that encompasses three lots around 12 km from the CBD.

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The landmark residence has seen a rich tapestry of Brisbane history since it was built circa 1883 by surveyor Robert Francis Hassall. In 1889 Hassell sold the property to well-known Brisbane politician Thomas Murray Hall, who owned the property for 25 years, celebrating many family milestones including births, deaths, and marriages.

“The two front rooms, the formal dining room with blue and white wallpaper and the formal lounge, are gorgeous and take you back to a gentler time,” Gabrielle Baker told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND.

“One can imagine much conviviality in these two rooms!” 

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At the outbreak of World War I in 1914, widow and cattle station owner Laura Duncan purchased the property as her city residence.

Before selling the property in 1923, Laura offered the house for philanthropic purposes, including 4 years as the Corinda Infants Home, for babies whose parents could not look after them.

The property then changed hands three times until 1970, when it was subdivided into 5-acre lots.

The current vendor has owned Lynne Grove House for 13 years, making many changes and sympathetic renovations to the home and gardens during this time.

Renovations have been designed to provide the comforts of modern living while retaining the beautiful period character, however scope remains for the new owner to make further improvements and add their own personal touches. 

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With its multiple living areas and six generous bedrooms, the home is perfectly designed for dual occupancy or extended family accommodation.

Living spaces are stylishly presented with light-filled rooms and high ceilings, while crow's ash and wide polished pine flooring, intricate breezeways, and generous hallways elevate the home’s interior. 

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Entry is via the commanding original front door, framed by glass panels, leading to the wide, high-ceilinged hall, which in turn leads to the formal dining room and Library. A staircase tucked to the right leads to the revamped attic which acts as bedroom 6.

The new kitchen boasts a range cooker, butler's sink and stone benchtops, and includes carefully curated freestanding antique units as part of its footprint.

The adjoining meals area, family room, and expansive butler's pantry feature beautiful botanical wallpaper, that both marry and reflect the proximity and relationship to the sweeping gardens viewed through the deeply silled and extensive windows. 

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Outside, the generous pool is complete with a lawned area, pool house and granite chequerboard marble paving.

There are sandstone walls, paved pathways, sweeping stairs, arbours, a children's play area, and an extensive kitchen garden, incorporating fruit and nut trees.

A magnificent fountain, circa 1800's was rehomed from another grand old mansion in Sydney and exquisite vintage crystal chandeliers have been suspended from the 200-year-old, heritage-listed fig trees.

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The electronic gated driveway features intercom system with remote access, swipe card/keypad entry to pedestrian gate and three cars can be accommodated in the property’s garage.

Riverside Corinda is a popular family area with larger older-style homes and is renowned for its quiet, leafy atmosphere. Lynne Grove House is well serviced by both Ipswich line trains and bus routes, with easy access to Indooroopilly Shopping Centre and the University of Queensland.

Source: Queensland Sotheby's International Realty

To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Gabrielle Baker of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty via the contact form below. 

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