Step straight into 1930's Hollywood and relive the romantic glamour years in this rare and extraordinarily beautiful Spanish Mission style residence. An iconic property on expansive, manicured 3119m2 grounds, the four bedroom home with guest cabana is well-hidden behind magnificent gates and tall hedges, just along from Upland Road cafes, restaurants and shops. It was built by a reclusive businessman whose family is reputed to have made its wealth in supplying boots to troops. Glorious original character and grand proportions create an elegant mood with an array of breathtaking details. Plastered double brick curved walls, archways, intricate gold leaf cornices, rich timber floors - the list goes on. Entertaining here is a true experience your guests could never forget. Enter the grand plastered double height foyer and fall in love. A sweeping wrought iron spiral staircase winds down around a weighty 1930's-style chandelier with light spilling through a series of gorgeous arched leadlight windows. Exquisite leadlight doors open to the large formal lounge with fabulous tall windows, sumptuous gold drapes and stone fireplace. A sophisticated, moody old world charm pervades the wood panelled dining room beckoning dazzling dinner parties. Secret doors in the cabinetry add to the wonder of this treasure trove room. A generous family area with tons of room for relaxing has been updated with a handsome modern kitchen and scullery behind. These living areas open to the outdoors where you can entertain in the sun around the pool or in a secluded courtyard. To the rear, the self-contained entertaining/guest cabana fitted with a media centre, kitchen and full bathroom is a fabulous escape. For those who wish to work from home, the library or study are perfect. Upstairs a spacious master suite with a walk-through dressing room enjoys views to the city and harbour. Other bedrooms are also generous, some extending to loggias. An outdoor room with a large humidity controlled wine cellar has provided a superb venue for dining over the years where you can head up to the viewing platform and revel in the spectacular panorama. With double garaging, three carports and masses of secure parking - if you love old-world character combined with sophistication and convenience, put your name on this fantasy property now.