The former Lloyd’s Nursery, which supplied unique flora for the parliamentary avenues of Canberra, has been transformed into a spectacular French formal garden estate – a ‘Grand Designs’ showcase that has been 8 years in the making. Set on 1.44 hectares (approx.), across 2 separate titles, the custom built tri-level Federation Manor rises to attention at the heart of the stately European grounds.
Resplendent in extensive polished parquetry floors, French silk drapery, ornate custom ceiling mouldings, a grand top floor terrace and its own lift, this majestic residence is truly a Hollywood in the Hills proposition for a buyer with discerning taste.
Gaze out to the magnificent geometric gardens from almost every room – a living labyrinth that pays homage to some of France’s most famous royal grounds including the Palace of Versailles. Shaped by Tall Fescue lawns, pleeched tree canopies, custom paving, layered hedges and a spectacular 300 square metre Merbu deck built around a giant Cyprus, this is a labour of love worthy of adoration for its unique status as perhaps the only French formal garden of its kind outside of Europe.
No fewer than 10 separate themed gardens and lawns surround the residence, each offering its own unique ambiance from wide open lawns, paved breakfast terraces, stone stairways leading to hidden gardens, private love hammock set on wide open terraces, through to fairy gardens finished with ornate bird baths. Extensive outdoor lighting adds another mood once the sun begins to set.
The architecturally designed residence embraces all the finesse of the Federation era and comprises 4 generous bedrooms, master bedroom boudoir with a spacious walk in robe, private balcony, marble fireplace, custom upholstery and a separate luxury marble bathroom with a large spa bath overlooking the gardens.
Three further bedrooms, on the upper level, all offer their own unique theme and design and are serviced...
Lot/Plan No: 2/LP82327