Bishopscourt, Darling Point facts for kids
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| Former names | Greenoaks |
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| Status | Complete |
| Architectural style | Victorian Gothic Revival |
| Location | 11A Greenoaks Avenue, Darling Point, Municipality of Woollahra, New South Wales, Australia |
| Coordinates | 33°52′34″S 151°14′17″E / 33.8761°S 151.2381°E |
| Construction started | 1846 |
| Completed | 1849 |
| Client | Thomas Sutcliffe Mort |
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| Official name | Bishopscourt; Greenoaks |
| Type | State heritage (complex / group) |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 000362 |
| Type | Garden Residential |
| Category | Parks, Gardens and Trees |
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Bishopscourt, also known as Greenoaks, is a beautiful historic house in Darling Point, Sydney, Australia. It was once the official home for the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney. This grand building was designed by several architects, including J. F. Hilly, Edmund Blacket, and Leslie Wilkinson. It was built between 1846 and 1849. Bishopscourt is very important to history, so it's listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register. Since December 2015, it has been a privately owned home.
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The Story of Bishopscourt
Bishopscourt was first known as Greenoaks. It was built for a wealthy businessman named Thomas Sutcliffe Mort. He started building this impressive sandstone mansion around 1850. Interestingly, he built the new house around an older cottage that was already on the land!
Who Designed This Grand Home?
Several talented architects helped design Bishopscourt over the years. J. F. Hilly started the work in 1846. Later, in 1859, Edmund Blacket made important additions. He is known for his amazing Gothic Revival style. In 1935, Leslie Wilkinson also added to the building.
What Does It Look Like?
The outside of Bishopscourt has cool Tudor-style windows. You can also see carved doors and crests. Inside, the house is truly special. It was designed to look a bit like the famous Palace of Westminster in London.
Inside Bishopscourt
The interior of Bishopscourt is a great example of Blacket's work. It features beautiful stained-glass windows that let colourful light stream in. There are also fancy tiled floors and an amazing staircase. One of the most impressive rooms is the library, which has detailed wooden panels.
From Archbishop's Home to Private Residence
After being a private home, the Anglican Church of Australia bought the property. It then became the official residence for the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney. This means it was where the head of the Anglican Church in Sydney lived. The Church owned Bishopscourt for many years.
In December 2015, the Church sold the property. It was bought for A$18 million. Today, Bishopscourt is a private home once again.
