81 & 83 South Rd, Brighton has hit the market.

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A premium piece of Melbourne’s history is up for grabs in the heart of Brighton, which is protected by the National Trust.

‘Kiora’ at 81 & 83 South Rd, Brighton was built in 1890 and was originally home to notable 1800s Victorian architect John Russell Brown.

The six-bedroom abode sits on 2077sq m of land and has $10m-$11m price hopes.

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It’s understood that Melbourne’s largest-known skylight sits above its grand octagonal hall.

Marshall White Bayside partner Ben Vieth said the overall condition of the house was incredible as it was still in the condition it was when it was built.

Australian Edwardian features are throughout the home.

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The large octagonal hall.

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Melbourne’s largest-known skylight in a private home.

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“You had it as a private residence, it’s been a school, it’s been a home for World War Two veterans,” Mr Vieth said.

“For the condition it’s in after all those variables, it’s incredible.”

He added that the landmark home was nationally listed; recognised as an Australian, iconic property which was “amazing”.

“There’s very few properties that have that title, let alone one that you can purchase,” he said.

The vendor purchased the next-door property, which is being sold in conjunction with ‘Kiora’ house, solely so another building or development wouldn’t tarnish the value of the estate.

The neighbouring four-bedroom brick abode was built in the 1930s and is on a separate land title of around 732sq m.

Unlike ‘Kiora’, the home isn’t heritage listed, Mr Vieth said, offering a number of opportunities for the next buyers to use the land.

One of many living spaces.

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Box bay windows, Baltic pine floors and high ceilings throughout.

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Ornate archways, a cast-iron balcony, tessellated key-tiled floors and timber panelling and plasterwork are features reminiscent of the craftsmanship of its time, consistent throughout the main estate.

There are five living and dining rooms, a wing that was formerly used as staff quarters and a library, all kept in their original condition by the current owner.

While the mansion retains many of its features envisioned by the original owner, there have been updates over the years in three bathrooms, the addition of European appliances in the kitchen, hydronic heating and remote-control driveway gates.

Verandas wrap around two levels overlooking the north-facing garden.

Expressions of interest close on Tuesday 14 November at 3pm.

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