A distinctive roundhouse that seemingly levitates above the water has been listed for sale.
Occupying a prime riverfront block, 16 Bridge Street, Lawrence certainly stands out among the surrounding traditional weatherboard cottages.
The unusual home is set on a 1221sqm block with 50 metres of river frontage along the Clarence River in northern NSW.
The circular home occupies a prime riverfront position in northern NSW. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
The property’s prime position is matched by its distinctive circular design, which frequently draws the attention of passers-by, according to its owner.
The house includes five bedrooms, as well as a bathroom, kitchen and dining area, all positioned around a central living space.
The property offers sweeping views of the Clarence River. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
Inside, warm and inviting timber-clad interiors are bathed with natural light thanks to expansive windows offering river views, as well as a central skylight.
The 25-year-old home is being offered for sale by Harry Eames, who owns the home with his brother.
The distinctive home occupies a large 1221sqm riverfront block. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
“My father built it in about 2000,” he told realestate.com.au. “He was pretty old school, he was building sheds by the time he was 12 years old. He always has a pretty good building mind.”
“My dad used to be on the carnivals that travelled around. The first ride that we owned was a merry-go-round, so that’s where the inspiration came from.”
The home is elevated on a concrete column attached to the bedrock. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
“It’s built on an old railway turntable. The 'arms' of the house slot into a central concrete column which sits on the bedrock. It’s quite a solid foundation.”
“There is also a jetty there that’s built out of two railway tracks.”
The property has 50 metres of river frontage and includes a jetty. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
Mr Eames said his father was somewhat of a collector, hence the home’s unusual construction.
“It wasn't uncommon to be in a car with him and he'd stop and say ‘look at this!’ and go and buy it,” he said.
“Inside there's these big wooden beams, they’re red mahogany. He just spotted them in someone’s paddock and asked if he could buy them. He was that kind of guy.”
Salvaged items were incorporated into the build, including mahogany beams and an old railway turntable. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
Mr Eames, who grew up in the home but currently lives in Sydney, said the property constantly fascinated those who came across it.
“Even when I go up there to visit, there wouldn't be a day that goes past where people don't stop and take photos, or ask me if it spins,” he said.
Not your typical floorplan. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
Selling agent John Cameron of Ray White TKG Grafton said it was somewhat of a local icon.
“Everyone knows it,” he said. “It’s probably the only roundhouse in the area.”
“Plus it’s right next to Lawrence Tavern which has some of the best meals in the area.”
Owner Harry Eames said the property often draws the attention of passers by. Picture: realestate.com.au/buy
Mr Eames said it would be hard to part with the cherished property, but hoped its future owners would appreciate its unique architecture.
“It’s really sad to sell it because it's obviously our family home,” he said. “But we’re not going to move back to Lawrence at the moment so it doesn't make sense to keep it.”
“We want someone to take care of it and love it as much as we do.”
The home is selling with a price guide of $900,000 to $990,000.
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