This historic house and 1,215 acre (496.2ha) land parcel on the east coast of Tasmania is on the market for the first time in 40 years.

The tightly held region is renowned as one of the most exciting wine growing regions of the world.

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“This is an exceptional piece of land with a wonderful history including the 1820’s homestead,” Dominic Romeo told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND.

“Although it is run as a working farm, Ravensdale is a beautiful lifestyle property - from the verandah you look over the undulating land and flowing creek. It is so calm and peaceful”

“Currently utilised as a Superfine Merino farm, its location in the east coast wine growing belt means there is a lot of interest from vineyards on the mainland as well as overseas looking for a stable climate, particularly areas where they can safeguard their operations against future climate change.”

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The property’s early Colonial Georgian homestead was built in c.1825 by Lt. Hawkins, an officer at the Maria Island Penal Station.

In c.1826 it was granted to James Hobbs and his wife Mary Ann, in recognition of Hobbs' feat in circumnavigating Van Diemen’s Land to chart its coastline and locate ports and suitable land for settlement.

Hobbs extended the homestead and farmed the then 3,304 acre property until it was sold in 1846. William Noyes, a Police Magistrate, purchased the farm and established a flour mill.

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The sandstone home comprises 6 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, 5 living areas, 2 entry hallways, storerooms and utility rooms, all centred around a unique inner courtyard/atrium.

The kitchen retains its whitewashed walls, exposed beams and sandstone hearth. Many of the original architectural features are intact including the early colonial period Tasmanian mantlepieces and surrounds with sunburst motif c.1825, Oyster Bay Pine flooring, stonework, multipaned windows, high ceilings, panelled doors, flagstone verandahs and paths. 

There is also a restored original 130sqm, 1820’s shepherds hut/cottage comprising 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen and living room with stunning views over the river flats and up to the eastern tiers that has been run as a popular farm stay accommodation.

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The 1215 acres of agricultural land at Ravensdale is composed of exceptional quality alluvial flats and light loam soils. There is good water security including an off stream 50ml dam, 182ml winter take and 30ml spring take from the Ravensdale Rivulet (Little Swanport Catchment) and an average rainfall of 600mm pa. 

The property is versatile and highly suitable for grazing and cropping with multiple fenced paddocks all on 1 title. It also presents a blank canvas for a major viticulture enterprise. Improvements include shearing shed, grain shed, workshop, several machinery sheds, plus storage and hay sheds. 

The historic stone stable with its original cobblestone floor also has the potential to be converted into a cellar door or further boutique accommodation.

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Ravensdale is well positioned close to Hobart (100km), Hobart Airport (85km), Launceston (165km), Freycinet (85km), Swansea (30km), Triabunna (17km) and Orford (24km). The property is situated halfway between Hobart and Coles Bay, making it an ideal base to explore the pristine Maria Island and the world-famous Wineglass Bay.

To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Dominic Romeo of Circa Heritage and Lifestyle Property via the contact form below. 

To view the listing or for more information click here.

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