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Queenscliff 44 Gellibrand Street

"Lathamstowe"


Standing tall at the edge Port Phillip Bay in captivating Queenscliff, the magnificent "Lathamstowe", is a Victorian heritage registered masterpiece of deep historical significance.

Spread over two sprawling stories with a rooftop terrace and viewing tower, this prominent yet immensely private mansion sits on an expansive, 1640 sqm allotment with frontages to Gellibrand and Stokes Street, nestled between Queenscliff's town centre and seaside.

This remarkable property is now available to be restored as a luxury family residence, with approved renovation plans designed by leading Melbourne Heritage architect, 'Threthowan Achitecture', Interiors by 'Hecker Guthrie' and landscape design by 'Paul Bangay'.

Lathamstowe was built as a gift from astute and aristocratic businessman Edward Latham to the Anglican Clergy to be used as a retreat and resting place. As former owner of Carlton United Breweries, Latham recognised relaxed, well-positioned Queenscliff as a place of total serenity, surrounded by ocean and wetlands, yet easily reached from Melbourne. Completed on May 1, 1883, the building was designed by Melbourne architect William J. Ellis and constructed by Thomas William Dally of Fitzroy.

Historical documents note "Lathamstowe's" signature flat roof was extraordinary for it's time and was possibly the first of it's kind in Victoria.

The rooftop was specifically designed to allow for promenading and taking in the property's astounding views across Port Phillip Bay, the township of Queenscliff, Swan Bay, towards Point Nepean and in the distance, the bright lights of Melbourne.

Today, the property's identical colonnaded facades continue to stand at Gellibrand and Stokes Street, towering over broad first floor verandahs and second floor balconies. Old-world flourishes including Brooks, Robinson & Co stained glass windows, pressed metal ceilings, marble fireplaces and a cast iron spiral stairway to the peak of the 23-metre tower remain.

"Lathamstowe" was originally configured as a duplex. Current approved restoration plans offer buyers a wonderful opportunity to transform it into a single residence of unmatched opulence, should they desire.

As per the approved plans, on the ground floor, the grand entrance hall is flanked by a bedroom and billiards room with adjoining sitting room. Also on the ground floor are two further bedrooms, both with walk-in wardrobes and en suites, a gym with private bathroom, office with powder room, a studio, meeting room, laundry and kitchenette that services the resort-style atrium pool.

The striking staircase leads past original stained glass windows to the first floor comprising the main bedroom and living areas - all of which feature outstanding ocean views. The palatial master bedroom features a vast walk-in wardrobe and en suite.

The stunning kitchen features a considerable butlers pantry - ideal for entertaining guests - as well as a dining room, library with adjoining living area, sunroom or informal dining area and two further guest bedrooms, both with en suites and built in wardrobes.

An elevator services each level from the basement to the extraordinary landscaped rooftop terrace, which offers ocean views from Point Lonsdale towards Melbourne as well as the boutique streets of Queenscliff, multiple lighthouses and shipping channels.

With an air of elegance that has remained for more than a Century, "Lathamstowe" is one of Victoria's unmissable and defining properties.

Land: 1640 Sq m approx.


  • Property Information

    • Land area approx 1,640sqm

Nearest Schools

  • In Catchment Area
  • Independent Schools*

Primary School

  • Queenscliff Primary School

Secondary School

  • Bellarine Secondary College

Primary

  • St Aloysius' School
* Nearby schools are automatically selected based on straight-line distance only, and ordered by proximity.

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Fletchers Area Guide Queenscliff, VIC 3225

Situated on Bellarine Peninsula and the entrance to Port Phillip Bay, Queenscliff's first residents came in the 1850s. The settlement received a fillip 20 years later when a rail service connected the town to Geelong. Today, that rail service only runs 16 km from Drysdale - now as a tourist attraction. The Bellarine Rail Trail is a walking and cycling track that largely follows the railway line. Historical buildings abound in and around Queenscliff's commercial centre.

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