Sala Sefton

The jewel in the crown of Mount Wilson’s historic garden estates, Sefton Hall is a magnificent Federation Queen Anne residence set within approximately two hectares of botanical sanctuary. First established in the 1880s by James Dalrymple Cox, and home to retail pioneer Henry Marcus Clark’s family for more than 80 years, the estate pairs rare historic provenance with discreet modern luxury.

Wrapped in deep verandahs, the house offers flexible six-bedroom accommodation and a wealth of original detail, from Wunderlich pressed-metal ceilings to exceptional carpentry. The entrance hall features one of Sefton’s two spectacular Belgian rouge marble fireplaces, adding a note of grandeur, while the elegant morning and drawing rooms are framed by lead crystal sash windows and hand-carved wood-panelling.

Part folly, part salon, the Moorish-inspired Whisky Lounge is pure enchantment. Beneath its whimsical period friezes, pre-dinner drinks have a way of becoming long, memorable evenings. Look closely and you’ll find the Prince of Wales feathers hidden in the detail, a nod, perhaps, to Henry Marcus Clark’s rumoured royal lineage.

The rear wing has been completely rebuilt with the same care. A breakfast room with bespoke cabinetry and a reading nook looks out over the kitchen courtyard, and the hand-built kitchen is a cook’s delight, with Carrara marble benchtops, Perrin & Rowe tapware, English fireclay sinks and two range cookers, including a 1930s AGA converted to gas. A fully fitted mudroom and laundry with heated limestone floors, and a bathroom centred on a restored 1910 Royal Doulton cast-iron bath, complete the wing.

Beyond the house, Edwardian gardens of rare beauty unfold through a series of garden rooms, formal lawns, cascading ponds and tranquil rainforest walks. Among many rare botanical specimens are historic rhododendron species and one of Australia’s oldest seed-grown monkey puzzle trees.

Behind the period charm, Sefton is built for year-round comfort. Gas central heating, extensive underfloor heating and eight fireplaces keep the house warm through the mountain winters, while approximately 50,000 litres of water storage with Puretec filtration provide complete water security. Restored historic outbuildings around the rear courtyard include an office/studio, gym, potting shed, machinery shed and large wood store.

A landmark of Federation grandeur, Edwardian gardens and quiet modern luxury, Sefton Hall is one of the Blue Mountains’ true treasures.

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