Overthorpe, Double Bay, Heritage residence in Double Bay, Australia
The former residence at 337-347 New South Head Road features preserved gardens with exotic Australian rainforest species and ornamental trees dating from the 1850s.
Sir John Hay, a Scottish immigrant who became NSW Colonial Treasurer, owned the property before Overthorpe's construction between 1900 and 1906.
The Federation-style mansion contained paneled rooms that hosted social gatherings, including events attended by the Duke of Edinburgh before its demolition in 1980.
The grounds maintain a collection of mature trees, including Moreton Bay figs and silver quandongs, which require ongoing maintenance to prevent overcrowding.
William Guilfoyle established an Exotic Nursery nearby in 1851, introducing rare tropical plants that influenced the current botanical composition of Overthorpe's gardens.
Location: New South Wales
GPS coordinates: -33.87910,151.24100
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:31
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