This picturesque oasis exudes a timeless elegance unmatched in either pedigree or presence, Wavertree is a fine example of an early Victorian sandstone manor home with such rarity and distinction that it has become a National Treasure right in the heart of Parramatta. Built by renowned architect and builder James Houison as a wedding present for his daughter Annie who married Captain Hugh Fairclough. James Houison is also the architect and builder for ‘All-Saint’s Church’, ‘St John’s Church’, Old Courthouse’, ‘Endrim’, ‘Perth house’, ‘Houisons Cottage’ and many other significant buildings. This historical residence features:

Privately positioned amidst a magnificent approx 1891sqm blue ribbon land holding
Landscaped with award winning manicured gardens
Over 40 squares coursed ashlar sandstone margined, ruled and sparrow pecked in Houisons preferred villa style with slate hipped gable roofs and rear attic storeys
Symmetrically spaced French doors open to a flagged wraparound veranda with paired wooden posts
Flexible accommodation includes approx 10 rooms
L-shaped servant’s quarters wing includes kitchen, bathrooms, laundry, sunroom and attic rooms
High ornate ceilings, Georgian style fireplaces, chandeliers and original cedar joinery
Sandstone cellar with storage cage, approx 3 metre deep water well, original servant’s bell pull and front door bell pull furniture
Circular driveway to 4 car lock up garage and carport
A gracious grandeur of unrivalled classicism and enduring substance
Inspect and be captivated by this once of a lifetime opportunity and secure this prime estate in a tightly held riverbank locale