Estate / Mansion
Parfaite
Paddys River, NSW, Australia
The Space
A two-kilometre gravel drive through lush grounds with serried plantings of mature weeping willow and elm trees leads to one of the most spectacular country homes in Australia. This historic location has passed through many hands since former prime minister Harold Holt held the title to the land. The cavernous rooms with their vaulted wooden ceilings, French doors, stone fireplaces and architraves have been renovated with restraint to maintain the authenticity of the early 1900s structure. The colour palette encompasses neutral tones with a soft finish and the exterior trims in a Parisian grey. Marble and stone have been lavished throughout to tie in with the original character and create consistency. This country-house style is fresh, clean and uncluttered with a blend of standout French antiques Flooded with natural light, windows and door openings were enlarged and skylights added.
A complement to the sumptuous interiors are the gardens. Three large courtyards draped with roses and wisteria lead off the house. The surrounding land consists of pristine paddocks, a river and six hectares of parkland-style gardens. Dry-stone walls and buxus and viburnum hedging are enhanced by antique French pots, and urns on plinths lend a stately air. The vineyard, olive grove, orchard and vegetable garden provide a sufficiently abundant harvest. A century-old barn and chicken shed have been restored and reinvented as a functional space and games room. This stunning historic estate presents a collection of unique spaces to use within photoshoots, campaigns and film projects.
All the important details
Indoor spaces
- Dining Room
- Lounge
- Hallway
- Laundry
- Study / Home Office
- Kitchen
- Bathroom
- Bedrooms 8
- Living Room
- Walk-in Robe
- En-suite
- Butlers Pantry
- Bars & Entertaining
- Feature Staircase
- Grand Entrance
- Library / Media Room
Outdoor spaces
- Backyard
- Bushland
- Hedge
- Lush Lawn
- Garden
- Alfresco Spaces
- Feature Driveway
- Orchard / Vinyard
Architectural style
- Victorian
- Tudor
Other styling
- European Influence
- French Provincial
- Colour & Texture
- Organic Luxe
- Glass & Light
- Stone & Timber
- Travetine & Marble
- Rich & Moody
- Eclectic
- Vintage Against Contemporary
- Modern Country
Property logistics
- On-site Parking
- Garage Parking
- Kitchen
- Toilets
- Wifi
- Long Driveway