2 South Street

A residence of extraordinary provenance and undeniable grandeur, "Rodway" stands as one of Toowoomba's most revered homesteadsan irreplaceable c.1904 masterpiece crafted under the guidance of renowned architect Harry Marks. Elevated in a commanding escarpment position and set across an expansive 6,601m² estate, this iconic home captures sweeping easterly vistas and delivers a lifestyle of elegance, scale, and timeless sophistication. Beyond its distinguished façade, the residence unfolds with a scale and refinement rarely encountered. A grand central hallway forms the spine of the home, revealing an exquisite collection of living spaces rich in heritage detailcrow's ash polished timber floors, soaring ceilings, intricate pressed metal finishes, ornate fireplaces, and stately bay windows all evoke a bygone era of craftsmanship and sophistication. Encircling the residence, the classic wraparound verandah provides a breathtaking vantage point to enjoy panoramic range views, manicured gardens, and cooling escarpment breezes. Designed to cater for both grand-scale entertaining and refined family living, the homestead offers a superb balance of formal and informal domains. A magnificent formal dining room of impressive scale sets the stage for memorable occasions, while the elegant loungeanchored by a traditional fireplaceinvites more intimate gatherings. At the heart of the home, a gourmet kitchen is appointed with granite benchtops, premium appliances, and an expansive walk-in butler's pantry, effortlessly accommodating entertaining on any scale. The luxurious master suite offers a private sanctuary complete with a spacious ensuite and adjoining office retreat. Multiple additional bedrooms provide exceptional accommodation, including two further bedrooms with their own ensuites, ensuring comfort and privacy for family and guests alike. A thoughtfully configured lower level delivers outstanding flexibility with an additional bedroom, bathroom, and expansive rumpus room ideal for teenagers, extended family, or guest accommodation. Outdoors, the estate reveals a private sanctuary of rare beauty. Established, manicured gardensincluding a stunning parterreframe the residence in a storybook setting, offering space to entertain, relax, and explore. A charming replica "Rodway" cubby house adds a sense of whimsy, while practical inclusions such as a fully equipped bore, extensive water storage, and irrigation system ensure effortless upkeep. Further improvements include a dedicated 6m x 6m gym retreat, a substantial 12m x 9m powered shed, and extensive infrastructure befitting a property of this calibre. Positioned just moments from Toowoomba's most prestigious schools, parklands, and vibrant café culture, "Rodway" represents a blue-chip acquisition of exceptional significance. Opportunities of this magnitude are seldom offered and simply cannot be replicated. This is more than a residenceit is a generational legacy. Rates approximately $5,002.61 half year before discount Water access rates approximately $397.27 per half year before discount Disclaimer: Advertising Disclaimer: We have in preparing this information used our best endeavours to ensure that the information contained herein is true and accurate, but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect of any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements that may occur. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained herein.