Le Fanu House, Federation Queen Anne residence in Cottesloe, Australia
Le Fanu House is a residential property in Cottesloe with three floors, marble flooring, high ceilings, six bedrooms, and six bathrooms positioned directly across from South Cottesloe beach. The building sits on a large oceanfront block and features an eight-car garage, wine cellar, and multiple entertainment spaces.
The house was built in 1893 for Henry Diggins Holmes, a manager of the Bank of Western Australia. Between 1898 and 1900, architect Percy William Harrison carried out extensive renovations.
The limestone facade with Tudor gable details shows how wealthy residents of Western Australia chose to build during the 1890s gold rush period.
The property sits directly by the ocean and offers easy access to South Cottesloe beach, making it convenient for visitors wanting to combine a seaside visit with architectural appreciation. The expansive layout and multiple rooms require time to explore, so plan for an unhurried visit.
The building features a distinctive candle-snuffer style roof tower, a rare architectural detail from that period. It is one of only five remaining houses from Cottesloe's original development phase.
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