Historic 1885 Gippsland Lakes home hits market for $4.4m

Ilfracombe House is a historic timber Gippsland Lakes residence built with love dating back to 1885. The Paynesville landmark was originally built by Edward Murphy, an Irish plasterer and modeller who established a successful plaster manufacturing business in South Melbourne during the 1860s, says listing agent Todd Leggatt from King & Heath First National Real Estate. “Edward constructed the residence for his wife Ellen, and his background in decorative plasterwork is particularly interesting given the ornate original detailing that remains throughout the home.” Leggatt believes the property’s former owners, its history, and the story they tell make it distinctive and fascinating. “For me, that’s what makes Ilfracombe House so special,” he explains. “It isn’t simply a historic home; it’s a property where successive generations have contributed to its story while retaining much of its original character.” MORE: Aus tennis ace eyes $1.8m Melb property payday Star AFL recruit’s huge $3.3m move 1920 Melbourne gem targets $3.4m deal Ilfracombe House is a historic timber Gippsland Lakes residence built with love dating back to 1885. The home overlooks Newlands Backwater, Sunset Cove...