One of the most iconic homes in Sydney’s coveted Hills District has set a new benchmark price and achieved a record number of views and inspections.
Affectionately known among locals as ‘The White House’, the vast Glenorie mansion on Old Northern Road has sold for an incredible $11.75 million setting a new suburb record and positioned as the highest sale for 2025.
Since listing in late 2023 through Acreage and Lifestyle specialist Kate Lumby of Lumby Real Estate, estate had also accrued more than 860,000 views on realestate.com. au alone and generated an enormous amount of buyer interest and inspections.
“It’s been an outstanding campaign and we’re delighted to announce that a deal was struck with the buyers just days before Christmas. We showed numerous interested parties through the property, but as is typical with such unique listings, it takes time to find the perfect match,” Miss Lumby said.
“The great news is that the purchaser is a charitable foundation, that will use the premises as a head office and also a venue for various charity events. Ultimately, it means the greater public will be able to continue to enjoy this amazing estate for years to come.”
Ken Chara, Head of the Foundation is excited about the acquisition and the potential the property offers to support their future activities. “We are so pleased to be able to use the property to give back to the community” Mr Chara said.
Throughout the campaign, even location scouts had their heads turned by the grand Hollywood-style property with producers from several high-profile reality TV shows – including The Bachelor franchise – expressing their interest in making the most of the romantic backdrop. “Producers like filming in Sydney’s northwest because it is semirural and within proximity to the CBD.” Kate said.
Having represented and sold 17-19 Vineys Lane Dural, a private estate that was home to ‘The Bachelorette’, “My kitchen rules’ and many other television shows that is the standing record sale for Dural, the television shows now need private exclusive locations.
While the lucrative TV offers were never acted upon by the owners, the vendors had held various large-scale events at the property during their ownership including weddings, baby showers, engagements and charity events. The private setting and ability to accommodate hundreds of vehicles means the estate is perfectly positioned to host on a grand scale.
Miss Lumby said the home at 3382 Old Northern Road had attracted the attention of a wide and varied buyer pool beyond production companies, including restauranteurs, entertainers, a prominent wellness retreat, politicans, bed and breakfast operators, as well as event and entertainment venue businesses.
Ideal for entertaining inside and out, the property features a huge swimming pool, giant outdoor chess board, sauna, a grand ballroom with a dedicated caterer’s kitchen, substantial formal and informal living areas, plus a home theatre with tiered seating.
The landmark five-bedroom residence, which features a private ballroom and staff quarters, sits on an expansive parcel complete with a marked helipad, two lakes and a separate three-bedroom guest cottage.
If you would like to confidentially discuss achieving a record sale for your property contact Kate Lumby on 0414 620 222.
