23 Roxburgh Street, Lorn, NSW 2320 - More Details
Expressions of Interest - Price Guide $1,600,000
'Flagstaff' is one of Lorn's earliest surviving residences, designed and built by renowned local architect James W. Scobie circa 1888.
Held within the same family for an extraordinary 138 years, this landmark estate stands as a rare piece of Maitland's architectural history.
Behind tall brick walls and established gardens lies a grand home where soaring ceilings, pressed metal detailing, cedar joinery and marble fireplaces evoke a bygone era of craftsmanship.
Set across a substantial 1,410sqm parcel with a second frontage to Nillo Street, Flagstaff offers not only remarkable heritage charm, but also flexibility and scale for the next chapter of its story.
Expressions of Interest will close Tuesday, 7 April 2026 at 5pm.
- Built by James W. Scobie Circa 1888, grand, historic Flagstaff is one of Lorn's earliest homes
- Held within the same family for 138 years, this is your chance to own a unique legacy property
- Commanding street appeal with brick and hedge fencing framing the stately two-storey facade
- Set on 1,410sqm L-shaped block which also fronts Nillo St, with opportunity to subdivide (STCA)
- Traditional brick residence with a second storey added in 1904, with several renovations since
- Charming front porch, sandstone window sills & original entry details showcase period charm
- Double entry gates open to a long driveway leading to a convenient double carport for vehicles
- Character, warmth and historic elegance combine in interiors that blend comfort and grandeur
- 10ft high ceilings, leadlight doors & windows, pressed metal ceilings & cedar accents abound
- Elegant marble and Italian tile fireplaces form centrepieces within several rooms of the home
- Rich cedar joinery reflect the craftsmanship of the builder, which is rarely seen in modern homes
- The formal entry hall is framed with pressed metal ceilings, picture rails and antique light fittings
- Arched openings guide you through the home revealing a free flowing and traditional floorplan
- Formal sitting room drenched in deep blue tones creates a dramatic yet intimate & quiet space
- Ornamental fireplace with classic timber mantle forms a stunning focal point in the sitting room
- The grand billiard room retains original timber floors, pressed metal ceiling & heritage fireplace
- An original Scobie-built cedar cabinet is a feature of the room, which will retain the billiard table
- Spacious formal dining room designed for elegant entertaining and memorable family gatherings
- Renovated kitchen features brush box flooring and a striking feature orange glass splashback
- Westinghouse electric cooktop, wall oven and LG dishwasher complement the functional kitchen
- Butler's pantry and generous cabinetry provide excellent storage for modern family living needs
- Casual dining nook captures leafy garden outlooks creating a relaxed space for everyday meals
- The generous master suite is positioned privately at the front of the historic home for comfort
- Master suite includes a large walk-in robe and private ensuite with shower over bath and vanity
- Bedroom 2 is known as 'the pink room' and features floor-to-ceiling robes and period-style light
- The main bathroom is styled with period tiles, a walk-in shower and mirrored storage cabinetry
- Up to 5 bedrooms in total, including a guest room with its own ensuite and two on the upper level
- The upper level was once configured as apartments and adds fantastic versatility for the home
- The old kitchen still stands with plumbing and electricity available, or turn into a functional study
- It includes a third living area once used as an art studio with cedar lined ceilings and a fireplace
- Wraparound balcony with decorative fretwork overlooks lush gardens & established trees below
- Split system air conditioning ensures comfort within the dining and living spaces all year around
- Lush garden oasis brimming with frangipani trees, rose bushes, lavender plants and much more
Council Rates $4,200pa
Water Rates $751pa
Disclaimer: All information herein has been sourced by parties we deem to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations to satisfy themselves of all aspects of such information including, but not limited to, any income, dimensions, areas, zoning and permits.
- Type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Parkings
- 2
- Area
- 1,410 m²
