organisations, Scientific This Wikipedia article was originally based on Fairwater, entry number 01381 in the New South Wales State Heritage Register published by the State of New South Wales and Office of Environment and Heritage 2018 under CC-BY 4.0 licence, accessed on 2 June 2018. added by Stuart Read, noted later in S.T.R. Of high integrity in view of the retention to date of the original leasehold (made in 1863) allotment size. Neave and Berry, architects. 1926. (Clive Lucas, Stapleton & Partners Pty Ltd, 1999). The place has a strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in New South Wales for social, cultural or spiritual reasons. degradation, Land Warwick Oswald Fairfax (1901–1987) joined staff of The Sydney Morning Herald in 1927, and was appointed director in 1927. 1. Additional verandah on the second floor on the elevation fronting Double Bay. research licences, Protected The exterior appearance is characterised by the use of a brick, which is pale yellow in colour. network, Search Manson in view of the house being one of a number of new buildings undertaken by Manson and Pickering in the local area during the period c.1900-1912. reserves and protected areas, Climate Neave and Berry, architects. (Clive Lucas, Stapleton & Partners Pty Ltd, 1999). 33 Cross Street, New South Wales, Double Bay 2028, Australia | +61-2-8388 8388 | Central Reservations Office 1 800 424 6835 | reservations.doublebay@ihg.com Stay Connected Stay Connected Facebook
Our home designs include our popular Silver Series, and the newly designed Silver Series Poets lines of homes. The Josephs returned to occupy the house in 1890 and continued to reside there for most of that decade up to 1897 when the house was again tenanted, initially in 1897 by Thomas Buckland (the son of the merchant, pastoralist, and banker – Thomas Buckland), and then by the Royal Navy for the years 1899 and 1901. The purchase price of the leasehold title was A£5,350. of protected areas, Establishing management, Park One tree has been severely lopped, Two Specimens, Historic, Visual Dominance (Harbour/ District/ Local). [1], The interior of the house is characterised both by the need to provide service and living wings, and the fact that the house is principally a conglomeration of the work of two architects – John Horbury Hunt and Manson and Pickering. [1], After the death of Sir James Oswald Fairfax in 1928, the title to the property was transferred in 1930 to his widow, Lady (Mabel Alice Emmeline) Fairfax (1871–1965), son, Warwick Oswald Fairfax (1901–1987), and brother and power of attorney, Geoffrey Evan Fairfax (1861–1930). programs, Surveys, [1], Following the death of Sir Warwick in 1987, the house was lived in by his widow, Lady Mary Fairfax. The place is important in demonstrating the course, or pattern, of cultural or natural history in New South Wales. [1] Following the death of Lady Fairfax in 1965, the title to the property was transferred to Warwick Oswald Fairfax in August 1966. The place has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of the cultural or natural history of New South Wales. [1] All these trees are notable as typical of plantings in the 19th and early 20th centuries. White (1828–1890) was a member of the pioneering Hunter Valley family of pastoralists. [1] The location of Fairwater on the foreshore of Double Bay in consideration of the views of Port Jackson. The award-winning, five-star InterContinental Sydney Double Bay is located in the leafy Eastern Suburbs village of Double Bay. Australia's most expensive house, Fairwater, has sold to Mike Cannon-Brookes, ending the Fairfax family's hold on the exclusive stretch of Point Piper beachfront of more than a century. During the mid 1870s Beilby was bankrupted, and in June 1875 Beilby’s official assignee, F.T. [1], The Josephs resided at the house, which was called Fairwater from c. 1884, for the period 1883 and 1887. Preparation of a CMP prior to any proposed change of use, and /or change in ownership. He added a $9.1 million beachside semi in Double Bay to his fast-growing portfolio, which now totals more than $45 million worth of homes snapped up in the past six years. The lower floor is a suite of living and service rooms, and the upper for the living and bathrooms for both staff and occupants. text as significant proportions. Environmental Trust, Awards and The first leasehold title to the allotment, which was to become Fairwater, was made in January 1863 to Edwin Thomas Beilby. The hard landscaping feature of the stone retaining walls being both part of the earlier build of the house and as an element which set the garden and house within the land allotment. [1] The association between Fairwater and the retention of a land title boundary, which fronts Port Jackson. (Clive Lucas, Stapleton & Partners Pty Ltd, 1999). cultural heritage, Animals Manson and Pickering, architects. [1][3][10], Fairwater was listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 27 March 2000 having satisfied the following criteria.[1]. Fairwater has research value as a rare example of a large Victorian/Edwardian domestic residence and grounds, which retain a high degree of integrity in both its individual components and planning.[1][3]. recognition, For local alerts, About monitoring and records, Native Economy-Developing local, regional and national economies, Commerce-Activities relating to buying, selling and exchanging goods and services, 4. [4] Lady Fairfax was still active socially in the late 1990s. [1][3][10] The property contains a particularly fine specimen of twin-trunked Bunya pine and an unusually large Southern/evergreen magnolia of note in the lower rear garden to the beach. Land title is in one lot, and closely approximates original leasehold title issued in 1863, with additions made in 1924 and 1936. DOUBLE BAY RESIDENCES is a 99-year Leasehold Condo development consisting of 646 units. [1] The association between Fairwater and the Joseph family in view of the family's notable commercial and political achievements. Stacey A. Neave, architect. protected areas, Aboriginal The lower floor is a suite of living and service rooms, and the upper for the living and bathrooms for both staff and occupants. a national park, Types Beilby (c. 1822-1906) was a businessman associated with many of the prominent Sydney financial institutions of the nineteenth century. The location of Fairwater within an area of heritage items and its contribution to this waterfront precinct of high aesthetic value. [1], The grounds could not be considered particularly interesting examples of a formal garden style. Joseph adopted his wife's family name (Carnegy) in 1915 on inheriting the feudal barony of Lour in Angus, Scotland. Additional verandah on the second floor on the elevation fronting Double Bay. The grounds contain an extensive system of sandstone retaining walls which is significant in consideration of its age and rarity, and a number of mature trees (such as a Bunya Pine, Port Jackson Figs, Silky Oaks, Camphor Laurels, and Jacarandas), dating, in part from the initial European improvement of the area following subdivision.[1][3]. The archaeological potential is medium. If you find any errors or Database Manager. (Clive Lucas, Stapleton & Partners Pty Ltd, 1999). Alteration to the window of the library. [11][1], The 1991 Woollahra Significant Tree Register lists the following trees located on Fairwater:[1][12], The stable is of brick construction with a timber-framed gable roof. Phases of Life-Marking the phases of life, Persons-Activities of, and associations with, identifiable individuals, families and communal groups. 1926. [1] In March 1882, Francis Edward Joseph purchased the leasehold title from James White for the sum of A£500 (plus the annual rental of A£52). Since she became media scion Warwick Fairfax's third wife in 1959, Lady Fairfax had assumed the position of First Lady of a mind-bogglingly large and influential media empire, which at its peak ranked as one of the most impressive in the world, publishing a raft of prestigious newspapers including The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Australian Financial Review, as well as a vast network of magazines, radio and television stations. for heritage, Protect The brick edging is contemporary with the retaining walls. It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 27 March 2000. (Clive Lucas, Stapleton & Partners Pty Ltd, 1999). 02 8097 1560 Buying For Sale Property Alert Buying Advice Suburb Profiles Projects Selling … Another specimen of this species of similar age and structure is located in the neighbouring property of 574 New South Head Road. Introducing Double Bay’s most beautiful address. and manage, Search Double bay events 08 Dec-21 Dec Events Sharon Candy: With Light There Is Shadow “Shadows are always a direct response to whatever light hits. He was knighted in 1967. The roof is a series of timbered gables with battened ends and pebble dash finish. protected areas, Park 1910–11. DOUBLE BAY RESIDENCES is located at 17 - 21D SIMEI STREET 4 in district 18 (Pasir Ris, Simei, Tampines) of Singapore. Over 500 … It was designed by John Horbury Hunt (1882) and J. W. Manson (c. 1910–11) and built from 1882 to 1970. Both specimens in very good condition and health. Get Double Bay Residences Condo Details, recent transaction prices, pricing insights, nearby location, condo reviews, and available condo units for sale and for rent. The leasehold title was for a period of 99 years 9 months, of an area of 2 acres 13 perches, with an annual rental set at £52 for the duration of the lease. Addition of the library and relocation of the stair hall. These gables are the work of Manson and Pickering, architects, c.1910/11 and are in the Arts and Craft style embellishing Hunt’s simple form by a series of projecting bay windows, and balconies. Closely affiliated with the Bishop of Armidale and Grafton, and the White family of pastoralists, Hunt's work is particularly evident in New England and the Hunter Valley. In addition, this canopy is topped by two very tall emergent silky oaks which are amongst the largest in the municipality. Photo: Fairfax Media Sir James died in 1928 and his widow Lady (Mabel) Fairfax … Stuart Bros., builders. Mike Cannon-Brookes is the co-founder of Australian software company Atlassian, making it the most expensive house in Australia. to country, Protect This area is dominated by the camphor laurels in the central turning area to the residence, while the upper area to the front property boundary is dominated by large Port Jackson figs with massive coalesced aerial roots and extensive buttressing. pollution, Air framework, Understanding Alterations to upgrade bathroom fittings, staff quarters, etc., c.1966 Construction of swimming pool and reinforced concrete retaining wall, 1970. These trees are native to the subtropical rainforests of northern NSW and south-eastern Queensland. Aesthetically, Fairwater is an excellent and rare example of the combined works of John Horbury Hunt and James Williamson Manson, the architect who sympathetically enlarged the Hunt era house to a form that is basically seen today. The window glazing, in addition to the predominant use of clear glazing, also includes diamond patterned leadlights, and stained glass. The plantings within a large land holding situated on the foreshore of Port Jackson. Land title is inclusive of Seven Shillings Beach. [7], In September 2018, Fairwater was sold for "close to $100 million" to Mike Cannon-Brookes and his wife Annie Cannon-Brookes. Joseph is generally referred to as a stockbroker by profession. The stone is sandstone, probably local. management, Wildlife Point Piper estate Fairwater, has been sold to tech billionaire and co-founder of software company Atlassian, Mike Cannon-Brookes, by Ken Jacobs of Christie’s International Real Estate. [1] Following the acquisition of freehold title Fairfax engaged the Sydney architect John Williamson Manson of Manson and Pickering to further remodel the Hunt house, with alterations being undertaken sometime after 1910. Among those she entertained were actor Rudolf Nureyev, politician Pierre Trudeau, actor Phyllis Diller, entertainer Liberace, actor Glenda Jackson, Emilio Pucci and Imelda Marcos, first lady of the Philippines. The residence is a double storey structure of brick construction with a timber-framed roof originally constructed in 1882 with additions c.1901, and in particular from 1910s. Construction of garage, and alteration to stable. Moments from one of the world’s greatest cities, 1788 Residences are designed with the utmost care, inspiration and appeal. Another famous party at the house was the Concourse of Canine Elegance. Alterations to upgrade bathroom fittings, staff quarters, etc.. Construction of swimming pool and reinforced concrete retaining wall, 1970. Officer of the Order of the British Empire, Australian residential architectural styles, "Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) entry for Fairfax, Mary", Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, "Lady Mary Fairfax's PA will receive her salary for the rest of her life, according to the late philanthropist's will", "Atlassian co-founder snaps up Fairwater mansion for 'close to $100 million, "Lady Fairfax's estate including Fairwater valued at more than $600 million", "What next for Lady (Mary) Fairfax's Point Piper estate Fairwater? Acquired by members of the Fairfax family in late 1900, following the 2017 death of Lady Mary Fairfax AC, OBE, the house is managed by the executors of her estate. 1900-1912.[1][3]. All information and pictures on this page are the copyright of the Heritage Division quality, Managing Fairwater, designed by architect John Horbury Hunt, pictured in 1920. The south elevation fronting New South Head Road includes a rusticated large sandstone carriage porch, and the north elevation fronting Double Bay has a wide verandah with a colonnade of sandstone columns in the Doric order. (Clive Lucas, Stapleton & Partners Pty Ltd, 1999) . [1][2] Lady Mary Fairfax (née Marie Wein, 1922–2017) established the Australian Opera Auditions in 1964, in cooperation with the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Stuart Bros. builders. Of high integrity as a large family residence which at its core is John Horbury Hunt’s simple, but avant-garde design, embellished by the Manson and Pickering alterations. Fairwater is of historical significance in consideration of its long association with the Australian publishing family company founded by John Fairfax in 1841, whose descendants have lived in the house since c.1901 to the present. Stuart Bros., builders. The purchaser of the leasehold allotment was James White of Cranbrook. land and soil, Soil The Sydney Swans were launched at Fairwater. Being a split level home, you are warmly welcomed with 3m ceilings in the entry and main bedroom. The front garden and driveway is a private glen of trees of massive proportions and scale. The roof is covered in slate tiles. vegetation, Pests [1] The plantings within a large land holding situated on the foreshore of Port Jackson.[1][3]. The lush green foliage of these trees continues a general theme throughout the harbourside suburbs and their position and size make them visually significant from the harbour, local environs and particularly on the approaches along New South Head Road. Note: internet links may be to web pages, documents or images. Manson and Pickering added both of these features in c.1910/1911. [2], A Crown grant was part of Captain John Piper's 77 hectares (190 acres) Point Piper Estate officially granted in 1820. Their size and scale lend themselves to grand landscape schemes appropriate for early large estates. or respective copyright owners. Double Bay is a harbourside eastern suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia 4 kilometres east of the Sydney central business district. the OEH Air program, Current Fairwater has social value in that it is recognised by the community as a place of high historic interest in consideration of its association with the Fairfax family, and as a place which demonstrates through its siting, scale and quality, a style of living of the upper middle classes which has now largely vanished. These gables are the work of Manson and Pickering, architects, c. 1910–11 and are in the Federation Arts and Crafts style embellishing Hunt's simple form by a series of projecting bay windows, and balconies. [9], The retaining walls are of rubble construction with no mortar in the bedding joints. Fairwater has social value in that it is recognised by the community as a place of high historic interest in consideration of its association with the Fairfax family, and as a place which demonstrates through its siting, scale and quality, a style of living of the upper middle classes which has now largely vanished.[1][3]. contained in the State Heritage Inventory is correct. Kitchen - … [1][3], Land title is in one lot, and closely approximates original leasehold title issued in 1863, with additions made in 1924 and 1936. [1], The residence is a double storey structure of brick construction with a timber-framed roof originally constructed in 1882 with additions c. 1901, and in particular from 1910s. The window glazing, in addition to the predominant use of clear glazing, also includes diamond patterned leadlight, and stained glass. change, NSW [1][3] Of high integrity in view of the retention to date of the original leasehold (made in 1863) allotment size. Manson and Pickering added both of these features in c. and download data, Understanding The grounds contain an extensive system of sandstone retaining walls which is significant in consideration of its age and rarity, and a number of mature trees (such as a Bunya Pine, Port Jackson Figs, Silky Oaks, Camphor Laurels, and Jacarandas), dating, in part from the initial European improvement of the area following subdivision. approvals, National publications, Soil Advantage, For Lady Fairfax was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1976, a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 1988, and a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) in 2005, for "service to the community of wide ranging social and economic benefit through support and philanthropy for ongoing medical research initiatives, improved health care opportunities, nurturing artistic talent in young performers, and preservation of diverse cultural heritage". Additions made c.1910/11 often include the use of sandstone (i.e. our heritage, Supporting 世界6大陸に500以上のホテル&リゾーツを展開、ヒルトンはもっとも有名なホテルブランドとして知られています。 シンプルで元気のある、革命的な新ブランド。人生を思う存分愉しみ、人とのつながりを大切にするお客様の価値観に合ったサービスをご提供します。 [1] Of high integrity in view of the continuation of the historical use of the house with principal and staff quarters. Additional first floor bathroom off main bedroom and sitting room. Additions of the ground floor drawing room, port-cochere, verandah on harbour side, and an upstairs sitting room, c.1910/11. Alteration to the window of the library. The brick edging is contemporary with the retaining walls. climate change, Teach (Clive Lucas, Stapleton & Partners Pty Ltd, 1999). The place is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of cultural or natural places/environments in New South Wales. The retaining walls are of rubble construction with no mortar in the bedding joints. During 1888 to 1889 the property was leased to Thomas Forster Knox (1849–1919), son of Sir Edward Knox, the founder of the Colonial Sugar Refining Co., and later chairman of this company. [1] The location of Fairwater within an area of heritage items and its contribution to this waterfront precinct of high aesthetic value. Aesthetically, Fairwater is an excellent and rare example of the combined works of John Horbury Hunt and James Williamson Manson, the architect who sympathetically enlarged the Hunt era house to a form that is basically seen today. Hunt was a Canadian born architect who arrived in Sydney in 1863. Bungalow for sale in Fairwater Road, Llandaff, Cardiff CF5 - £675,000 It is also historically significant for it association with the Joseph family of merchants who built the house in 1882, and the architect they employed to build it – John Horbury Hunt.[1][3]. Beilby (c.1822-1906) was a businessman associated with many of the prominent Sydney financial institutions of the nineteenth century. Meet the Biller Real Estate sales selling agent team located in Double Bay. Retreat to this boutique hotel and relax in one of our 140 light-filled spacious guestrooms and suites maps, Sustainability Following the death of his father in 1928, Warwick was appointed managing director and chairman of directors in 1930. Double Bay Residences is a 99-year Leasehold property, located in Pasir Ris / Tampines. Located within the densely wooded front southern garden and approximately 3–5 metres (9.8–16.4 ft) below carriageway level. The south elevation fronting New South Head Road includes a rusticated large sandstone carriage porch, and the north elevation fronting Double Bay has a wide verandah with a colonnade of sandstone columns in the Doric order. [1], The Fairfax family ownership of Fairwater commenced in late 1900 with the assignment of the leasehold of 2 acres and 13 perches to James Oswald Fairfax. Moreover, the large neighbouring estate of Elaine 550 New South Head Road and especially the neighbouring Council Chambers/Blackburn Gardens (former 'Redleaf') property have important collections of historic species and they visually support this planting theme. [1], Fairwater was constructed for Joseph in 1882 to a design by arguably the most original architect to practice in Australia in the last quarter of the nineteenth century – John Horbury Hunt (1838–1904). Generally very good condition and health. The larger specimen has a damaged crown, possibly from the effect of storms and in need of tree surgery. animals, Threatened Fairwater is a heritage-listed residence and homestead at 560 New South Head Road, Double Bay in the Municipality of Woollahra local government area of New South Wales, Australia. After a busy ", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Fairwater,_Double_Bay&oldid=968115498, All Wikipedia articles written in Australian English, Articles incorporating text from the New South Wales State Heritage Register, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. Of high integrity in view of the continuation of the historical use of the house with principal and staff quarters. Weston and Hoare, architects. heritage places, Cultures Fairfax mansion Fairwater set to top $100m as it hits the market. The property is of rare historic, aesthetic, social and scientific significance in consideration of its continuing association with the Fairfax family, and as a large late-nineteenth century residence (with Edwardian era additions), of high integrity, designed by John Horbury Hunt. After a short period as a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly between 1864 and 1868, in 1873 White bought Cranbrook (which was built for Robert Tooth in 1859), directly opposite Fairwater. COVID-19 update: beaches July 13, 2020: Lifeguards are on duty at Vancouver beaches … The exterior appearance is characterised by the use of a brick, which is pale yellow in colour. local heritage, Development The leasehold title was for a period of 99 years 9 months, of an area of 2 acres 13 perches, with an annual rental set at A£52 for the duration of the lease. [1] Of high integrity as a large family residence which at its core is John Horbury Hunt's simple, but avant-garde design, embellished by the Manson and Pickering alterations. The subdivision of this part of Cooper's estate, known as the Point Piper Estate, commenced in the mid 1850s.[1]. The bricks used in the construction, being a dark red, are different in colour to that found in the main house. [6][1], Under the publicly-released terms of Lady Fairfax's will, all live-in staff members employed by Lady Mary at the time of her death can continue to live-in at Fairwater. Woollahra Council organises a range of exciting events throughout the year that cater for families, kids, schools, students and community groups. The stone is sandstone, probably local. Atlassian tech company founder Mike Cannon-Brookes and his wife Annie are believed to have forked out cash for the harbourfront jewel Fairwater at Double Bay sold by … forecast, Air [1] During the mid-1870s Beilby was bankrupted, and in June 1875 Beilby's official assignee, F. T. Humphreys, sold the allotment through the auction house of L. E. Threlkeld.

Take exit 87A from I-45 N Take TX-105 W to FM 2854 Rd E, Fairwater by CastleRock Communities, 1319 Pleasant … InterContinental Double Bay is 10 minutes’ drive from Sydney Opera House. Name of item: Fairwater - Full LEP listing - Description in Further Comments Type of item: Complex / Group Group/Collection: Residential buildings (private) Category: House Primary address: 560 New South Head Road, Double Bay The stable is of brick construction with a timber-framed gable roof. A range of shopping and dining options are within 10 minutes’ walk, and Sydney International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away. He arrived in Sydney in the mid-1880s. air quality, Sydney Fairwater is a heritage-listed residence and homestead at 560 New South Head Road, Double Bay in the Municipality of Woollahra local government area of New South Wales, Australia. The exterior includes excellent examples of face brick work with rusticated sandstone details, while the interior retains period finishes and fittings such as stained glass picture windows, painted ceiling, decorative mosaic floor, door leafs and door furniture, panelled walls, and chimney-pieces which are now rare in consideration of their integrity and quality. The grounds could not be considered particularly interesting examples of a formal garden style. The association between Fairwater and the Joseph family in view of the family’s notable commercial and political achievements.
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