Melbourne University lists Parkville mansion with tower, garden views and heritage detail

The Parkville Mansion of $ 8.69m from the University of Melbourne ‘Cumenock’ presents 11 rooms, large gardens and heritage design.

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The University of Melbourne has silently listed an iconic Parkville mansion designed by the architect behind the Hotel Windsor de Melbourne, with a record environment of $ 7.9m- $ 8.69m Price guide.

Property documents confirm that the University bought the great residence of Italy in 160-162 The Avenue, known as Cumbock, for $ 7.1 million in 2017.

Completed in 1889 and designed by Charles Webb, the famous architect behind Windsor, Royal Arcade, Mandeville Hall and South Melbourne Town Hall, the four bedroom house and two floors occupies a block of the 1376 mm corner directly opposite to the Royal Park.

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Nelson Alexander Carlton Northola, Nicholas West, said the house had been used by the university as a residence, but was now “superfluous to their needs.”

“It is a renewed and improved leg since the university acquired it (there) new accessories, accessories and services, but now it is vacant and ready for the next chapter,” West said.

The director of Operations, Katerina Kapobassis, confirmed the decision to get rid of the house.

“A property within the portfolio of the University of Melbourne is in the process of deviating,” Kapobassis said.

“The university has adhered to the relevant legislative requirements regarding sale.

“This property housed a former vice chancellor for a period of time and was used regularly for the official functions and activities of the University.”

The list also produces about six months after the university undertook to pay $ 72 million in salaries to customize it under paid between 2014 and 2024.

Reunited this week, property has already attracted the interest of families, professionals and commercial buyers, and some consider that reuse is to consult rooms or executive space, subject to the approval of the Council.

The Cumbrock marble cuisine and dual stairs combine Victorian elegance with contemporary luxury.

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Expansive formal and informal life zones have high ceilings, laurel windows and ornate period characteristics.

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Established on two levels, CUBOCK includes eleven main rooms, nine original chimneys, two stairs, a cellar and an observation tower of Torreta.

There are also three safe car spaces with access from Walker St.

His impressive variety of features could help him break a suburb price record that the university was established when he bought the house.

The house entrance hall, flanked by Corinthian columns and high ceilings combines the opulence of heritage with modern luxury.

Located in 1376sq M, the landscape gardens include a private patio, pound and outdoor terrace.

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With great proportions and flexible zoning, Parkville’s house adapts to residential, executive or consulting use.

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The details of the period that include windows of stained glass, arches and decorative cornins have been preserved.

Key life spaces include a formal dining room overlooking the garden, a large living room, a library or an office at home, and a latest generation kitchen with honey appliances, custom cabinets and an expansive area of ​​foods that open terquillas.

A lobby with high roofs and Corinthian columns greets residents and guests when entering.

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Designed in 1889 by the architect of the Hotel Windsor Charles Webb, the mansion has ties with Ridley College.

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The French doors lead to a private patio with a fish pond center, surrounded by leafy landscaping.

A two -zone bathroom, toilet and complete laundry round the ground floor.

Above, a spacious group room open to a surround balcony and the viewpoint of the turret, with panoramic views on the park.

The elegant Roman Cumbrack show in Victorian greatness with laurel windows, ornate chimneys and parks’ perspectives.

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The main suite has a marble bath, while three large bedrooms share a designer bath with an independent bath and a separate toilet.

Originally built for the Stock agent and stations George What, the property was acquired by Ridley College in 1919 and held for decades before moving to several owners.

The house underwent new renovations before being acquired by the University.

The home has nine original chimneys, each with intricate work of tiles, marble outbreak and period charm.

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West said the position joined its prestige.

“Most Italian mansions of this scale are internal internal suburbs well full like Carlton,” he said.

“But here you have an open park land on the other side of the road, a minimum surrounding density and incredible privacy, that is almost unknown.”

Renewed baths include an independent bathroom, marble bath and hotel designer finishes.

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Nelson Alexander Carlton North described him as the “Crown Jewel” of Parkville.

The records show that the University has property boxes in Melbourne, including its Royal PDE campus and three other buildings in Parkville, the most prominent is an old training center for the Salvation Army that has now become accommodation for students.

The University of Melbourne has been contacted.

Expressions of interest for CUMNOCK close on Tuesday, May 27 at 5 pm