Bulwarra, the Historic Eco-responsible Estate of Celebrated Actress Cate Blanchett, Has Sold

Sydney, Australia (January 14, 2017) – Built in 1877, Bulwarra is a sandstone-faced mansion set on a private 3,642 square meter parcel of land on a quiet cul-de-sac on the exclusive suburb of Hunters Hill appointed with a pool pavilion, waterfront championship tennis court, guesthouse and shared boatshed with direct river access, all engaging sweeping views over the distinctly Australian landscape. Blanchett and her husband, theater director Andrew Upton, extensively refurbished and upgraded the historic manor home in recent years, imbuing it with renewed architectural significance and a livable family aesthetic.

"The home famously sold last year after only three weeks on the market to an international buyer. Unfortunately, that sale fell through. That the home sold once again in a relatively short time frame for luxury real estate speaks to the competence and expertise of our exclusive Affiliate, Ken Jacobs, and the power of the Christie's brand."

- Zackary Wright, Christie’s International Real Estate, Executive Director, Asia Pacific.

The family enlisted Nadine Alwill of Alwill Design and Dr. Stephen Lesiuk of Lesiuk Architects to create a retreat in harmony with its surroundings while still preserving its historic provenance. The result is the rare melding of luxury and enduring authenticity, complemented by extraordinary grounds and gardens, further underscoring the home as a private and serene retreat with the beautiful flora and vistas of Australia on full display.

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