Aussie mansion of royal family patriarch hits the market
An Australian mansion with a rich royal history has hit the market for a staggering eight-figure sum.
The sprawling property, named Jenner House and situated at 2 Macleay Street in Sydney's Potts Point, was once the Aussie residence for the future King George V of Britain when he was Prince of Wales.
King George V is King Charles' great-grandfather, and was the first Windsor monarch.
The royal family today are direct descendants of King George V and his wife, Queen Mary.
The six-bedroom, six-bathroom home will go to auction on April 4th, and has an eye-watering $34 million price guide.
The home was first built in 1871, and was home to the Prince of Wales prior to his ascension to the British throne in 1910.
“It’s such a versatile house, and over the past 150 years, its rich history includes the family abode for the Hordern family, a stint as a private hospital, a residence for a prominent British Royal, and it was even used for a time by the Australian Navy,” listing agent Samuel Schumann says.
The impressive property, which has already had strong interest from potential buyers, occupies 1970 square metres and boasts sweeping views of Sydney Harbour.
Interiors are regal with soaring ceilings, French Oak Versailles parquet floors, Australian Cedar joinery and original 19th Century fireplace mantels made of white Carrera marble.
Standout design features are the professional-grade kitchen with its top-notch appliances, the gym, wine cellar and tasting room, and self-contained garden studio.
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