“nothing compares”
A rare estate, reimagined with extraordinary care. Julian’s Gate is a place where history, craftsmanship, and the quiet rhythm of the Waterford River come together to create a way of living that simply doesn’t exist anywhere else in the city.
Every suite is shaped to frame the valley and river below, and all residents enjoy beautifully designed garden spaces—with the first two suites offering private gardens and riverside decks, and the upper floors enjoying access to a shared garden and riverside terrace.
From the restored details to the soaring ceilings and natural light, every choice has been made with intention to take best advantage of the riverside location. In the uppermost suites, views extend across downtown and up the Waterford Valley, revealing the full sweep of the landscape that defines this place.
This is your opportunity to become part of a legacy, only five suites remain!
Own a piece of history
Perched above the Waterford River, Julian’s Gate has been thoughtfully reimagined into six distinct residential suites, each one designed to honour the estate’s heritage while embracing the comfort and craftsmanship of modern living.
Restored woodwork, original architectural details, and elegant finishes preserve the character of the home’s earliest era, while carefully considered upgrades introduce a new level of ease and refinement. The result is a place where past and present coexist beautifully. It is timeless in spirit and contemporary in experience.
Here, history isn’t simply preserved. It is lived in.
Crafted to stand apart.
Julian’s Gate is one of St. John’s most storied riverside properties. Built for the Ayre merchant family, the estate has long been a landmark of quiet elegance. Today, it remains shaped by the craftsmanship and character that first defined this place, now renewed for modern living.
Close to everything, away from it all.
Julian’s Gate sits at the meeting point of nature and city. The valley is known for its quiet beauty: mature trees, riverside walking trails, and the charm of Bowring Park just upstream. It is one of the rare places where you can live in St. John’s and still feel completely removed from it. Life here moves at its own pace. Mornings begin on tree-lined paths, and evenings end with the sound of the river drifting through open windows. Nearby cafés, schools, and shops bring everyday convenience without disturbing the calm. Downtown is only minutes away, yet it feels worlds apart.
For those who value both privacy and connection, Julian’s Gate offers the best of both.