El Nido, Hamilton

The Spanish Mission style house El Nido stands on Hamilton Hill with white exterior walls, terracotta tiles, and semi-circular arched verandahs overlooking Brisbane River.

Built in 1928 for the Powers family at a cost of £3,500, El Nido was among the most expensive houses constructed in Brisbane during the economic growth period.

Architect Eric Percival Trewern incorporated brick construction and Cordova style tiles, introducing new residential building trends to Brisbane in the late 1920s.

Located at 194 Kingsford Smith Drive, the property includes original timber wall paneling, decorative leadlight windows, and a garage matching the main building style.

The property contains a World War II concrete air raid shelter along its northern boundary and displayed the British Coat of Arms during Queen Elizabeth II's 1954 visit.

Location: Queensland

GPS coordinates: -27.43910,153.05200

Latest update: May 15, 2025 21:06