Best Offers By Monday 11th August 2025 at 10am (unless sold prior).

A truly exceptional opportunity to secure a gracious Victorian bluestone villa of significant historic character situated on a magnificent eastern foothills landholding approximating 2,138sqm.

Set well back from the street above sweeping park-like grounds, its original architectural character has been preserved, restored and extended to include contemporary living, expansive entertainment options, a tennis court and pool.

With a picturesque country estate like setting, its prestigious and tightly held position is mere minutes from the CBD, premier schools, recreation and shopping hubs including the newly completed Burnside Village.

History and architecture

As one of the original residences of the 1877 ‘Warland’ subdivision that included neighbouring estates ‘Fernilee’ and ‘Woodbourne’ the house has a rich historic pedigree recognised by a blue plaque.

Built in 1880 for Baptist Minister William Masterman Adams who held services in one of its front rooms, it was later home to Thomas Inglis the owner of Burnside Quarry, and more recently South Australian sporting identity Barry Jarmin.

Whilst Adams would instantly recognise the elegant locally sourced bluestone frontage with its elevated decorative veranda, alternate piqued quoins, decorative corbels and soaring finial, the home has most recently been renovated in 2022, adding layers of contemporary comfort and sophistication to its spacious interior.

Entry and study

From the central hallway with lofty ceilings and double archways, a stylish formal lounge or study is adorned with arched niches, a decorative mantle and a resplendent pressed metal ceiling with wattle motifs.

Bedrooms

Overlooking the sweeping front grounds the spacious primary suite incorporates built-in robes which extend through to a walk-in robe, all with retractable clothes rails and soft close drawers & cupboards.

The newly renovated designer ensuite features an indulgent heated floor and towel rails, double vanities, and antique brass tapware.

To the rear of the house, a dedicated wing includes three further bedrooms. Two feature walk-in robes (the other with built in cupboards), and all share a newly renovated bathroom.

Kitchen, open plan and informal living

Overlooking the pool and court and wrapped around the outdoor dining terrace, open plan and adjacent informal living provide expansive contemporary comfort and entertaining options.

The spacious open plan family room caters for everyday living, dining and cooking.

Warmed by a gas fire, French doors open to a veranda that hovers above the tennis court, whilst bi-folds seamlessly link outdoor dining and living.

Recently refreshed, the wow-factor entertainer’s kitchen boasts an island bench spanning 5.15 metres, shaker style joinery and a range of integrated appliances.

Adjacent informal living is large and versatile.

With a fireplace and French doors opening to outdoor living, it provides an extended entertaining or games space, a place for the kids and their friends, or a peaceful retreat in which to relax.

A combined butler’s pantry, laundry and mud room provides room for prep and a second fridge & dishwasher.

A designer powder room is perfect for guests, whilst below sits a wine collector’s dream cellar/tasting room with built-in timber display storage.

Resort style outdoor entertaining and grounds

A home of this size and quality would not be complete without fabulous alfresco living and grounds.

The dining terrace is perfectly placed beside the heated pool with a sunlounge area and cascading water feature.

Step down to the floodlit north/south synthetic tennis court, or watch matches from what has been dubbed the ‘Corporate Box’ with a bar and built-in BBQ.

Extending from a remote entry carport with an aggregate floor is a vast and versatile undercover area, with a fire around which to relax.

Large enough for games or gym equipment it will cater for outdoor entertaining on a grand scale.

And of course, the expansive front lawn studded with mature trees and a three-tiered fountain sweeps along the driveway towards the double garage, providing a tranquil haven teaming with birdlife and a place for the kids to explore and stretch their legs.

POSITION

• Approx. 7 km to Victoria Square
• Highly coveted eastern foothills
• Stroll to glorious Hazelwood Park and pool
• Close to Burnside Village
• Walk to the Feathers Precinct & Leabrook shops
• Close to Norwood, Erindale & Marryatville shopping hubs

SCHOOLS

• Close to Saint Peters Girls, Pembroke, Loreto, Seymour
• Zoned to Burnside Primary. Enquiries can be made to Linden Park & Marryatville Primary
• Zoned to Norwood International High. Enquiries to Marryatville & Glenunga International

DESIGN NOTES

• Built c. 1880 • 2022 refurb to bathrooms, kitchen & pantry/laundry
• Original mantle & ceiling decoration
• Audo Copenhagen ‘Dancing’ pendant by Iskos Berlin
• Astra Walker tapware

POOL

• Solar heated
• Salt water
• Water Feature
• Lights

TENNIS COURT

• North/South
• Synthetic surface
• Floodlights
• New net

PARKING

• Remote gate entry
• Remote entry 2-car garage
• Remote entry carport
• Long driveway plus parking apron

APPLIANCES

• AEG kitchen appliances – 90cm oven, five burner cooktop & dishwasher
• Pantry with Miele dishwasher
• Fisher & Paykel integrated fridge/freezer
• Beefeater BBQ

COMFORT & TECHNOLOGY

• 36 solar panels (16kW)
• Zoned & ducted Daikin R/C air con x 2
• Instant gas fire
• Ensuite and main bathroom with heated floors & towel rail
• Outdoor fans
• Outdoor heatstrips
• Automated outdoor blinds
• Outdoor Jetmaster fireplace
• Outdoor speakers
• Skylights

STORAGE

• Wine cellar with hydraulic lift door & timber racking
• Linen press
• Garden shed

SECURITY

• Alarm
• Vehicle gate with intercom and remote control
• Remote garage entry
• All doors and windows deadlocked

GARDEN

• Automatic Irrigation
• Shed
• Utilities area
• Fountain