284 Moore Park Road, Paddington NSW 2021

A rare treasure, 'Verulam' stands proud as a gracious reminder of Paddington's early development and forms an intrinsic part of Moore Park Road's heritage-rich streetscape. With a rich and colourful history, it was built during the 1800's as a farmhouse before being converted into a gentleman's residence in 1873. With a tightly held provenance, 'Verulam' (the ancient name for London) has been lovingly held by one family since 1924 and offers a unique and exciting opportunity to restore and return to its former glory.

Although of mid Victorian origins, the building's ornate fa?ade is a fine example of the Federation Queen Anne style and its interiors feature a wealth of original features including marble fireplaces, ornate 3.3m ceilings, leadlight windows and verandah columns. Spanning three levels, it features an original stables at the rear and a cellar that during WWII became the family's air raid shelter and a safe house for emergency supplies.

Directly opposite the landmark SCG, it's set on almost 400sqm of level land ? one of Moore Park Road's largest landholdings. Featuring a frontage of over 9m with a deep setback, it opens to a large garden and features rear access via Leinster Street and potential for a triple garage (STCA). Requiring extensive restoration and renovation, the property features a classic entry hall; five bedrooms; grand reception rooms; a large dine-in kitchen; sunroom; family room with enclosed verandah; two baths; laundry/utilities; stables with mezzanine storage; and multiple parking.