As the weather warms up, there’s a familiar saying: “Sun’s out, guns out,” as Aussies shed their bulky winter layers. But we could add a new twist to that— “sun’s out, jacarandas out.” Just as the jacarandas burst into bloom, they set the perfect scene to showcase Australian homes in their best light for open for inspections.

Jacaranda season in Australia usually arrives in late spring, generally between October and November. However, the timing can vary depending on the region, its climate conditions, and shifting weather patterns. Typically, the jacaranda will erupt in an explosion of purple lining footpaths and roads, bringing new energy into parks and streets and opening for inspections. Even the NSW Northern town of Grafton even pays homage to the purple flower with its own Jacaranda Festival[i] in late October and early November. 

Jacarandas help make our cities and towns beautiful places to live but believe it or not, these purple flowering trees aren’t native. According to Australian Geographic magazine, the jacaranda is from South America[ii], and it’s believed that a former director of the Brisbane City Botanical Garden, Walter Hill, bought some seeds from a shipping captain and planted them in 1864 in Brisbane. While it may not be as native as the Wattle or Waratah, the jacaranda has undeniably become a quintessential part of Australia’s suburban and town landscapes.

The exact arrival time of the jacaranda in Lower Portland, a hamlet located at the junction of the Hawkesbury and Colo River system 80 kilometres northwest of Sydney, remains unclear. However, this striking, purple-flowered tree has become a standout feature of the magnificent Lambourne Estate. Listed by Martin Maskin and Jean-Michel Rudsdale of the award-winning Raine & Horne Double Bay Bondi Beach, Lambourne Estate is set for auction at 3 pm on Friday, 15 November.

The majestic estate exudes grandeur, spanning 35 acres on the picturesque Hawkesbury River. Lambourne Estate is unequivocally one of the most acclaimed rural estates, encapsulating seclusion and luxurious waterfront living with prime proximity to Sydney’s CBD.

Perched atop the high point of the Hawkesbury River, with an unparalleled 360-degree mountain range and water views, this estate was designed to achieve a sense of tranquillity.

A gated entrance welcomes buyers to the estate, leading down an established landscaped driveway towards the main residence. This elegant home boasts five bedrooms, with guest quarters and a home office. 

The estate is designed for ease of living, with state-of-the-art boating and equestrian facilities, a tennis court, pool, machinery shed, and a beautifully appointed four-bedroom guest house. Apart from its magnificent jacarandas, the enchanting grounds of the estate are graced with specimen planting and rock walls and are fenced with signature white post-rail fencing.

Experience total privacy and seclusion at this exceptional property, now available through an Online Timed Auction. Start bidding today at https://buy.realtair.com/properties/142118. Or call Raine & Horne Double Bay/Bondi Beach for more information. 

 https://www.raineandhorne.com.au/properties/1324-river-road-lower-portland-2756-new-south-wales
[i] https://www.jacarandafestival.com/
[ii] https://www.australiangeographic.com.au/topics/science-environment/2023/10/how-the-south-american-jacaranda-became-a-symbol-of-australian-spring/