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Gladswood House, 19th century residential mansion in Double Bay, Australia

Gladswood House spans three acres of land, featuring Gothic Revival architecture with stone gate pillars facing New South Head Road.

Samuel Deane Gordon commissioned architect William Munro to build this residence between 1860 and 1862 on the former Point Piper Estate.

The mansion incorporates elements of Gothic Revival design, including asymmetrical facades, detailed stonework, and Australian architectural influences from the colonial period.

The property contains multiple living spaces, including a dining room, ballroom extension, cellar, servants' wing, and numerous additional rooms spread across two floors.

The residence underwent three name changes: initially Seaforth House, then Glenyarrah, and finally received its current name under John Spencer Brunton's ownership in 1913.

Location: New South Wales

GPS coordinates: -33.87260,151.24600

Latest update: March 30, 2025 00:31

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