Admiralty House, Historic residence in Kirribilli, Sydney, Australia.
This Victorian Regency and Italianate sandstone manor sits at the tip of Kirribilli Point, offering commanding views across Sydney Harbour toward the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Originally built as a private residence called Wotonga between 1842 and 1843 by John George Nathaniel Gibbes, the building was later acquired by the Royal Navy in 1885 and renamed Admiralty House.
The residence serves as the official Sydney home for the Governor-General of Australia and regularly hosts state dinners, diplomatic receptions, and ceremonies for distinguished international guests.
Located at coordinates -33.8517, 151.218 in Kirribilli, the house operates under Commonwealth ownership and opens its gardens to the public during special events and spring seasons.
The property features Admiral's Walk, a pathway leading down to the naval berth, and houses historical artifacts including portraits of Captain James Cook and past Governors-General.
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