A landmark Brisbane residence.
Hillcrest, at 81 Park Road Yeronga, is a landmark residence that underwent a meticulous renovation in 2004. This stately traditional Queenslander has stood the test of time, being home to only three families prior to the current owners. The original Hillcrest property, spanning 11.6 acres, was acquired by James Toohey in 1862 and used to sell cattle on their way to South Brisbane. Over the next 22 years the land was divided into seventeen sections and sold, with the portion at the top of the hill being sold to John and Isabella Kenyon in 1901. The Kenyons built Hillcrest in 1905. Today, the home features five bedrooms, four bathrooms, an in-ground swimming pool, two garage spaces and air-conditioning. It has traditional features such as classic wide verandahs, matching stain glass windows, original ornate archways and brass light fittings. The property will be auctioned at 6pm on Monday, February 23. The contact agents are Cameron Crouch (0400 743 351) and Aimee Carding (0403 325 529) at Ray White Sherwood.