Auction Saturday 13th March 11am, On Show from 10:30am Prominent on Hamilton Hill and offered for sale for the first time in nearly 40 years, 'Palma Rosa' is an elegant gentleman's residence dating from 1887 and truly an integral element of Queensland's colonial past. The grand 700m2+ sandstone home graces 1181m2 of some of Brisbane's most sought after land that boasts superior city, river and suburban views. Currently used as the base of The English Speaking Union Queensland Branch, the residence evokes a rich history of Brisbane's past.
Possessing considerable intrinsic value, the home showcases the 19th century architect Andrea Giovanni Stombuco's extravagant style where it is acknowledged as the high point of his considerable success in Queensland. 'Palma Rosa''s three levels are constructed from sandstone quarried from Petrie's Quarry on the northern side of Crosby Road.
No expense was spared in its construction with elaborate French-polished joinery, highly decorative cornices and ceiling roses, crystal chandeliers in all rooms, fluted columns and Sicilian marble used for the front steps, porch and mantelpieces. In the mid 1900's, decorative and highly intricate fretwork was added along with wraparound balconies on two levels, creating a picturesque streetscape much admired and regularly in demand for wedding parties as the perfect backdrop for that special day. Included amongst those who have enjoyed the virtues of 'Palma Rosa' are socialites, politicians, and royalty, with the most recent visit being His Royal Highness Prince Phillip in 2002.
The home of a former Premier of Queensland, Sir Arthur Palmer, in the early 1900's the residence was infamous for his race-day verandah parties, overlooking the Albion Park Racecourse. With its commanding and elevated position, one of the homes more unique features, the five storey tower, is elevated above the main residence. Offering the perfect vantage point, magnificent views can be enjoyed to the front of suburban Hamilton and to the rear, gorgeous vistas down the Bulimba and Hamilton reaches of the Brisbane River, the city skyline and Albion Park Raceway. Inside, the majestic foyer welcomes.
Although the home has been modified for its current usage, it can be quite easily transformed to it's original glory with ample accommodation including five bedrooms, library, sitting room, multiple commercial grade kitchens, modern bathrooms and living areas. Reminiscent of a forgotten age the home boasts a sprung floor ballroom, an elegant and inspiring formal lounge and dining with marble fireplaces, curved windows, magnificent views and gorgeous original crystal chandeliers.
Situated on a generous 1181m2, the home occupies a flat usable block, fringed with magnificent mature trees and is fully fenced and gated from the road. The front yard is graced by a tall Australian flagpole. This perfectly conceived and executed Brisbane mansion offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to become part of Queensland's history. A wonderful place to live, work and play, Hamilton is one of Brisbane's premier suburbs. Close to the river, airport, schools, the newly developed Portside wharf and renowned boutiques and eateries and all just 5km to the CBD.
