A piece of history is now up for sale, with the Berwick estate of Australia’s first Olympian, Edwin Flack, hitting the market at over $2 million.
The seven-bedroom home, which has recently operated as a bed and breakfast, was established in 1854.
Mr Flack, the only Australian representative at the first modern Olympics in 1896, purchased the property after his pioneering run and established a cattle-breeding farm.
He was the champion in the 800m and 1500m running events and became a popular competitor, earning the nickname “Lion of Athens.”
Located on Berwick’s opulent Beaumont Road, the nearly 2.5-acre Burnbank Estate is listed for between $2.3 and $2.5 million.
Throughout its history, the home’s Victorian style has been preserved through various renovations.
The property features a tree-lined driveway, a guest house, and a resort-style pool and spa.
Burnbank Estate is heritage-listed within the Casey Planning Scheme.
