WAVERLEY HOUSE, CIRCA 1880

Undoubtedly Lorne's most prestigious Victorian property, Waverley House is the only Freestone mansion in the heart of Lorne. Overlooking the Great Ocean Road and Erskine River, the front-row residence set on close to half an acre of land (1930sqm approx) is a gentle walk to the beach, river and Mountjoy Parade.<br/><br/>Through the stately entryway, the main floor features a gallery hall and a grand sky-blue formal living room with generous bay window and marble fireplace. The striking navy-blue dining room accommodates 14 guests and boasts a Jetmaster open fire with traditional mahogany mantle.<br/><br/>On the same level, the open plan living, meals and kitchen area is bathed in afternoon sunlight. The classical kitchen features stone benchtops, island, and a Falcon Professional induction range to ensure large-scale catering capacity. Through the walk-in pantry a galley style laundry, powder room and under-stair cellar are revealed.<br/><br/>Up the impressive central staircase are five large bedrooms plus a study or sixth bedroom with garden access. The master suite features ocean views, large walk-in robe, crisp white bathroom and a private balcony with river and ocean views. The principal guest room boasts ocean views, ensuite with bath, kitchenette, and French door access to the main balcony. The aptly named 'Sleepover Room' includes bespoke built-in bunks with staircase (suitable for 4 adult sleepers) plus a queen bed, ensuite shower room, kitchenette and sun-drenched balcony. A further fourth bedroom has a powder room, French door access to the main balcony and river views. The remaining bedrooms feature year-round sunshine.<br/><br/>The cavernous attic is ripe for conversion into further bedrooms and living space, that will have views to the Lorne pier, with the floor already engineered to accommodate a renovation.<br/><br/>The lush, abundant garden is custom designed to be in full bloom during holiday periods and vast - rare to Lorne - level land can host a celebration marquee for 100 guests. The sunny courtyard outside the kitchen door - with picket fence to secure small children and pets – enjoys an outdoor bar, bathroom, and large dining space. And an elevated fruit vegetable garden has endless sufficiency scope with views to the Lorne pier. Garden designed to capture magnificent views of the house, river and coast creating a private and tranquil retreat.<br/><br/>Waverley House is Lorne's private and historic masterpiece.<br/><br/>Inspection strictly by appointment only.