Barlow House: Quintessential Queenslander c1895; Trophy Address; 1.54ha Landmark Estate

Imagine the jewel in the crown, a grand 130-year old classic Federation Queenslander with elegant contemporary iterations paying homage to the romantic architectural style. It’s impeccably presented throughout and poised perfectly on a highly coveted 1.54ha estate of botanical gardens with idyllic north aspect, an 80m river frontage, abundance of wildlife, jetty and lily padded lake, and the highly desirable central Eumundi township location, yet a mere 20 minutes to Noosa Main Beach.

Barlow House is an undeniably ravishing residence, packed with provenance, vivacious personality, and it’s easy to see why it is much-loved and highly valued. Commanding a spectacular signature trophy, albeit private street presence, picture characteristics such as a high-set, white weatherboard corrugated roof construction, white picket fence with gatehouse-style front entry, and naturally signature verandas.

Come inside. Admire polished rich hoop pine flooring throughout, oh-so lofty pressed metal ceilings and light roses, retro chandeliers, VJ panelling, and decadent casement as well as fan leadlight window panes.

From the foyer and louvred breezeway be drawn to the west wing. The seriously generous living and formal dining areas, reminiscent of a gallery, are beautifully furnished with art works, sumptuous sofas, large dining table, comfy chairs and ubiquitous wood-burning fireplace. On the other side is a cast iron stove, part of the casual dining area and galley kitchen.

Tasmanian oak tops the cabinetry including the lengthy island/breakfast bar with butler’s sink. There’s a walk-in pantry with super storage, a smorgasbord of the latest premium appliances such as a Smeg 6-burner cooktop, and overall, it’s designed to contribute to entertaining success, given there are multiple options.

Push aside the tall glass-paned French doors of the northside foyer to reveal wide covered verandas which run the width and have been extended in a sensational, albeit classic fashion, to an expansive gazebo-style undercover terrace. Drink in the captivating views oozing vitality including the lake, jetty, river frontage, botanical gardens and lush lawns stretching the length of property, plus northward to Mount Cooroy

Alfresco areas meanwhile, invites you to set your watch on island time with an illuminating move into a brighter, more inclusive way of living the good life outdoors. Whether lounging poolside, kicking back with a frozen concoction in hand on the sandstone terrace, or firing up the pizza oven, this IS your passport to a sub-tropical paradise.

When it comes to bliss zones there are five. In the west wing, the premier suite retreat with bay window, northerly views and access to the verandah, has a dressing room, walk-in robe, and ensuite with timber-topped single basin cabinetry. The second suite also has verandah access, walk-in robe and ensuite including a bath area with corrugated features and chandelier.

In the east wing which has been specifically designed to complement the original residence, are two sizeable light-filled bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, a lounge/leisure space with plantation shutters and northerly views, also a kitted-out office with kitchenette plus entry access from driveway.

Retro and romance combine on the ground level where a restored vintage sleeper train carriage has a bedroom, cooking facilities and a terrace.

Indisputable generosity on tap as endless as the ocean, as timeless as the tides, succinctly describes Barlow House, especially its social history of innumerable options for entertaining, having fun with family and friends, whatever the reason or season.

Intelligently designed, the sure-footed revitalisation, sensitively and lovingly decorated, has been honed and toned without shedding its beautiful heritage charm. “It celebrates the graciousness of a classic Federation Queenslander,” enthuses Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Beau Lamshed, adding “as well as breaking down its formality for modern living and packing a punch when it comes to loving and living the good life to the max.”

“Blessed with the luxury of so much space, this ravishing residence has a much sought-after address with two-street entry, just keeps on giving, and its landmark 1.54ha estate with an 80m river frontage cannot be understated. It is one-of-a kind and truly the jewel in the crown.”