Camelot, Kirkham, Heritage building in Narellan, Australia
Camelot is a late Victorian brick house in Narellan in the state of New South Wales. The facade shows multiple gables, turrets and arched verandas running along the length of the building.
Architect John Horbury Hunt designed the house in 1881 for James White, a horse breeder and racehorse owner. White financed the construction with prize money from his racehorse Chester, which had won the Melbourne Cup.
The name comes from King Arthur's legendary fortress and reflects the owner's confidence. Visitors today notice the clear separation between the house and the agricultural land once devoted to raising racehorses.
The estate covers over 30 hectares with gardens framed by olive hedges. Paths lead through areas with shrubberies, flower beds and former vegetable gardens.
The interior features an elaborate main staircase and coloured glass windows. These windows were created by the firm Lyons, Wells, Cottier & Co, known for their craftsmanship.
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