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Former Estella

Other Names

Former Rathgael , Thr Willows Restaurant

Location

462 St Kilda Road,, MELBOURNE VIC 3004 - Property No B0584

File Number

B0584

Level

Regional

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B0584 The Willows fmr Estella
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B0584 Estella

Statement of Significance

One of Melbourne's most elaborate villas, dating from c.1900. Notable for the two projecting pavilions with bas-relief modelling, and for the parapet sculpture, urns and generally elaborate development of Roman motifs; excluding some later work.
Classified: 'Local' 30/10/1958
Revised: 13/09/1973

File note: Converted for use as a restaurant. Original verandah removed. Only the facade & principal rooms survive nearly intact.

Group

Residential buildings (private)