SOLD BY TED HAGEMEIJER
Steeped in the splendour of the past and having stood the test of time, this five bedroom home is one of Brisbane’s oldest residential relics. Constructed in 1896, the stately ‘Penhelyg’ residence has seen the area grow and change around it, remaining a stalwart, iconic presence. Designed to sprawl over a 1487m2 allotment, this two levelled Queenslander cottage retains its iconic frontage – a spacious wrap around veranda under the eaves of a tin roof, accentuated by ornate balusters and wrought iron details. The top of the home has been immaculately preserved with original VJ walls, high ceilings, cast iron fireplace oven and exposed, double sided brick hearths completing its true colonial personality. Straight out of a period film set, the upstairs living area covers an open area, encouraging family connection in pre-Federation style. A second carpeted formal living room links to the front veranda. The upper level also features three bedrooms with original flooring and space unparalleled in modern construction. All containing high ceilings and traditional windows surveying the rest of the property. Each lies close to the main bathroom of the property, a stunning traditional space featuring Flemish glass windows, decorative tiling and a freestanding, claw foot bathtub. Downstairs, the lower level of the home exhibits the same traditional decadence. Tiled throughout, this level still features the original pine VJ walls, window details and cast-iron fireplace. Two additional bedrooms featuring expansive windows and built-in robes, are also serviced by a second bathroom. The vast downstairs living area flows through French doors to the entertainer’s patio area, covered by a corrugated iron roof. A property of this historical significance would not be complete without a gorgeous garden. Perfectly complemented by the subtropical climate, the outdoor area features a stunning paved area sitting beneath grand native trees. Sitting adjacent, a sprawling manicured lawn extends all the way to the property’s boundary. Next to the lawn is an enormous lap pool, complete with a seating area covered by a large umbrella. A historical opportunity in the up-and-coming Goodna area, an estate entrenched in tradition will likely not be seen again. If you desire family living unchanged by time and unhindered by modern stress, this piece of Brisbane’s history is the perfect fit. This residence has been built to last a lifetime, offering its owners true palatial grandeur all year round.
