Magnificent Gothic homestead awaits the passionate restorer.
Predominately all of the best historic pre-1900 homes in Ipswich were owned and built by the Cribb family. This rare example of Gothic architecture is no exception. Established by Benjamin Cribb 152 years ago, the home remained in the Cribb family until 1944 and has had only one other owner. It is a property people want to keep. The opportunity now avails itself for the next chapter. It is time for a complete restoration to maximise this convenient and high profile location with many benefits of the zoning including favourable consideration by council for doctors surgery, dentist, professional offices, small retail or bed and breakfast (STCA). This was once a major shopping hub in the 19th century, when ladies caught the ferry at Davidson Street Basin Pocket and crossed the Bremer for a shopping excursion. History has come full circle as this part of the city is once again the hub of shopping and business. Only a short walk to rail and the CBD, clients and customers would be pleased with the locality.
You could run a business from home and have the best of both worlds. Imposing from the street this iconic and unique home would be the perfect backdrop for antiques and collectables, or the classic 11 foot ceilings, ornate timber arch and timber floors would be equally enhanced by contemporary décor, such is the versatility of such a grand design.
Imagine the reveal when the massive expanse of enclosed verandas are opened to maximise the street presence and expose the bay windows. Ideal for high teas. Only an opulent home would supply four fireplaces. The original kitchen would have been detached with veranda access. If this isn't enough to impress the serious buyer, the quaint boiler room remains intact at the rear courtyard - it really adds a special atmosphere.
Set back on 1019m2 with front and side access, the mature plantings set the basis of a gorgeous formal garden.
My question is, are you up to the challenge and prepared to be responsible for restoring an important piece of Ipswich history? A person with vision, a true understanding of this grand, timeless beauty will be rewarded with owning and loving this outstanding property and becoming part of Ipswich history.
Please contact me for a welcome inspection.
June frank 0423 426 942
