Newtown Classic Restoration, VIC

Proudly standing on one of the higher points of Newtown this masterful design is without doubt one of the city’s greatest achievements in design and restoration. Originally the municipal offices it is one of those bold, ashlar finished and imposing two-storey buildings that celebrate our historical past.

The lathed double wooden doors open into the vestibule; the dark, cherry wood finish to the shellacked flooring reflects the grandeur of the living zone.
Firstly there is a large office on the ground floor enough for several staff accompanied by the cavernous yet beautiful dressing chamber opposite. On alighting the stairs to the main bedroom it is apparent that no expense has been spared in quality fitting or finish reflected in the enormous mirrors, with a gymnasium, a freestanding spa, and concealed bathroom/shower.

The broad and proud living zone rises above the steps of the entrance, with carpet embedded supporting the sumptuous lounge whilst opposite under the towering embellished ceiling is the grandest of kitchens, replete in European appliances. This total area is surrounded by four meter high slim line doors reaching for the sky, providing access to the private northern ‘boat deck’ resplendent in curved decking, a central waterfall gently splashes on river pebbles.

Upstairs the dormitory has three bedrooms of similar grand design, all with built in robes and serviced by either a private ensuite or central guests bathroom. A large theatre room compliments all this, with its own dance floor overlooking the port of Geelong. Atop all this is a whole rooftop view of 360 degree where the gentry would have watched victory parades from on high.

The Polynesian themed outdoor area provides further entertainment with its elevated and magnificent spa overflowing into the pool, the surrounding palms sway gently in the summer breeze.