1 Bowillia Ave, Hawthorn

Welcome to Atholwood – C1900: Victorian Sandstone Villa

Built circa 1900, this substantial four-bedroom Federation, asymmetrical villa with castellated turret is a piece of Adelaide architectural history. Situated on 2089m2 of landscaped gardens with circular drive, the grand estate of Atholwood has been privy to international opera stars, lavish garden parties and a very genteel history. Undergoing a comprehensive restoration and build, the home blends original features with the light filled, north facing open-plan extension.

Step through the entrance and be captivated by 3.8m ceilings, stained-glass windows, polished timber boards and Victorian features. Befitting of a property built in this era, formal rooms are situated at the front, with a lounge and circular music room complete with original 5m pressed-tin dome ceiling, sash windows and open fireplace with marble mantel. The music room has ample space for a concert grand piano or modernise as a home office with separate entry for clients.

Opposite the formal lounge, the master suite is an impressive 4.6m x 4.6m with two generous built-in-robes, ornate fireplace and a large picture window with garden outlook. The contemporary master ensuite includes a wall-hung double vanity, shower, toilet and stone bath with pool view. Classic chrome tapware, porcelain marble feature tiles, a custom-made bronze mirror, downlights and feature pendant adds luxury to a functional bathroom.

Three further good size bedrooms are entered from the central hallway. Bedroom two includes wall to wall built-in-robes, ample space for a king bed plus study desk. Bedroom three includes a fireplace and ensuite with wall-hung vanity, toilet and shower. Bedroom four currently presents as a study and can easily accommodate a king size bed. All bedrooms include custom made bronze float pendant lights and picturesque ceiling roses.

The luxurious family bathroom is conveniently located central to the minor bedrooms and open plan living space. There is certainly room for the whole family, measuring an incredible 3.5m x 4.8m complete with 2.4m wall-hung vanity with ceaserstone benchtop, freestanding bath, toilet and shower. High quality travertine tiles plus feature lighting and downlights ensures functionality plus style. 

But the best is yet to come and will simply take your breath away. At the end of the central hallway is the recently built open plan living space. In keeping with the original homes’ style, classic period features are evident: 3.8m ceiling, tumbled travertine tiles plus double french doors and custom made western red cedar sash windows with views to the beautiful terrace gardens. The open space easily accommodates a table for 12. The kitchen is classic in design with ceaserstone benchtops, dishwasher, dual ovens, 900mm gas cook-top, integrated microwave, large fridge cavity and an abundance of cabinetry. Complimenting the kitchen is the 3.7m long butlers’ pantry.

The light filled open plan living is well suited to large events, incorporating Bose surround sound with timber french doors leading directly to the terrace with views overlooking the garden and pool. The Northern yard leading from the terrace easily accommodates a marquee and there is ample space for children and pets to play. To the wine enthusiast the 850-bottle wine cellar will be a drawcard, with the original stone and brick walls – a bottle will never be far away during dinner parties with friends.

The gardens are to the highest standard with every detail meticulously planned. From the bluestone central pond, the pool area with limestone walls and steps, corten steel edging, to the curated selection of plants, this is a magnificent garden to be enjoyed all year round.

Completing this grand home is a laundry with stone benchtop, a produce garden conveniently located behind the kitchen and a triple garage plus room for five more cars on the aggregate concrete driveway. The entire home has undergone a comprehensive renovation including new roofing, guttering, wiring, repointing and plumbing throughout. Completely rebuilt from the ground up, the southern verandah ties the old home to the new extension seamlessly. 

Efficiency features:

·       10kw Solar System

·       31,000L rainwater storage plumbed to pool, garden and building

·       Hunter app-based automatic irrigation system throughout entire garden

·       Pool filtration system with heat pump powered by solar

·       Reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout

·       Instantaneous gas hot water

Security features:

·       CCTV security cameras

·       Monitored alarm system

·       Automatic front gates with video intercom

·       LED Sensor lights on external walls

Lifestyle features:

·       Salt water pool

·       Bose ceiling speakers to open plan living and terrace 

·       BBQ connected to mains gas 

·       3 phase electricity 

·       Water feature 

·       850 bottle wine cellar

·       Formal landscaped grounds 

·       Triple garage with automatic custom timber panel lift doors

·       Garden shed

Welcome to Atholwood: a unique piece of Adelaide history, magnificent gardens with memorable Victorian architecture, restored and updated with meticulous detail by quality Artisans who are highly regarded in their field. Atholwood, a grand home, located only 5kms from the Adelaide CBD in the blue-ribbon suburb of Hawthorn, surrounded by quality homes and schools promises an enviable lifestyle opportunity for your family to enjoy for many years to come.

Viewing is by appointment only – to register your interest contact Justine Thomson.

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