Over the years, Carrum Carrum passed through the hands of many families. The house underwent several renovations. During the 1950s it was used as a coeducational school (Hillstone College) and was later converted into a block of flats.

The Bradley family purchased the house 10 years ago in rundown state. The balconies were all 'built in' and the house was in a general state of disrepair. The first major renovation works to Carrum Carrum began on the roof which took 3½ years and 42,000 tiles to complete. A heritage order was placed on Carrum Carrum mainly because of the unique qualities of its original roofline. There are only three roofs in NSW with this particular terracotta tile with fish-tail pattern.

Work on the house has continued over the past 10 years with the tradesmen practically becoming part of the family, the painter even brings the washing in. The builder worked on Carrum Carrum for 6 years, the stone mason for 5 years and the painter, who has just been booked again, also spent 6 years on the job as the entry way alone took 6 months to paint. Patricia Bradley worked closely with each tradesmen uncovering secrets, such as decorative detail under old paintwork, as each job went on.

During the restoration process Patricia spent many hours researching the history of the Carrum Carrum and the era in which it was built. Her main aim was to remain as true to the home's original character and design as possible. In doing this she visited many restoration services and reproduction companies in search of fittings, furniture and paint colours and what she couldn't find in Australia she imported from overseas.

Built in the Federation style the house displays a high standard of craftsmanship and detailing including stone detailing in the brick walls, a patterned and decorative multi-gabled roof, bay windows with coloured glazing and stone sills, turned timber verandah posts and ornamental timber valances to the porches and verandahs. Internally, the original marble and timber fireplaces (of which there are 9), timber and tessellated tile floors and the plaster and pressed-metal ceilings are excellent examples of the era.

Carrum Carrum has about 16 rooms including a ballroom, drawing room, dining room, music room, kitchen/family room, sitting room, 6 bedrooms and a large main bathroom. The bathroom is striking, featuring original polished kauri floorboards and antique bath-ware mixed with a collection of reproduction pieces that enhance the overall luxurious Victorian-style design. A stunning 1840's tin bath re-enamelled in royal blue and trimmed with gold, sits in front of a working cedar fireplace. There is also a fully functioning original Victorian toilet which is made from blue and white patterned porcelain, complete with a woven cane seat cover and polished mahogany cistern.

Renovation work on Carrum Carrum continues to this day with one room left to complete. Patricia is also currently working on the garden which is awaiting a fountain to form the main feature at the front of the house.