Tucked within the heart of heritage-rich Pontville, this remarkable parcel of land offers a rare opportunity to build something truly special amid one of Tasmania’s most historic and atmospheric settings.

Once part of the famed gardens of neighbouring Epsom House, one of Australia’s oldest residences, the land inherits a sense of timeless beauty and refined tranquillity. Epsom House is renowned for its boutique historic ambience, extensive English gardens and its reputation as one of the country’s finest boutique venues.

The current owners are releasing this parcel as part of a thoughtful downsizing, allowing them to reduce garden upkeep while remaining at Epsom House long-term. Epsom has now been returned to a peaceful private residence, and so prospective buyers can be assured of quiet enjoyment without the prospect of neighbouring events or venue noise.

Set in a picturesque position near the Jordan River, the property enjoys an enviable location with the Pontville Recreation Park just beyond the back fence. Its light towers face away from the property and are used only for occasional winter sport training.

The neighbouring reserve guarantees that the northern and western outlooks will remain forever open, offering the opportunity for multi-storey living space to enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views, with the block suited for one dwelling, or potentially multiple residences (STCA).

Designed for year-round enjoyment, the gardens provide a magnificent backdrop for any future home. It is entirely possible to build on the existing gravel car park area with minimal impact on the surrounding landscape, allowing the next owner to preserve and enjoy the gardens. Beneath the gravel, concrete reinforces the right-of-way, with further concrete already laid under part of the future house site to support vehicle access.

A romantic wisteria walk invites seasonal colour, while two distinctive ponds create a sense of serenity. One, a lily-pad oasis, complete with an ornamental gazebo, and the other a natural rockpool surrounded by greenery and florals. The garden’s established plantings include two cherry trees, a Persian peach and two quinces.

Several enhancements will be completed prior to settlement, including extending the existing driveway fence to the rear boundary and replacing the current steps with stone walling that mirrors the estate’s historic character. Climbing plants will be added along the Epsom side to create additional privacy for the new owner.

All essential services – water, electricity and sewerage, run conveniently from Brighton Road and can be easily accessed once the temporary supply from Epsom ceases. The property also benefits from a six-station automatic irrigation system that currently services the entire block. Further existing wiring allows for an expansion of the irrigation network if desired.

Pontville itself is steeped in history, celebrated for its Georgian cottages and charming village atmosphere. Perched on a hill overlooking the Jordan River, the town offers an idyllic rural lifestyle only thirty minutes from Hobart’s CBD and just five minutes from Brighton’s shopping precinct, amenities and essential services.

This extraordinary allotment provides the perfect canvas for those seeking beauty, tranquillity and heritage character, and an exceptional opportunity to create a home or retreat within one of Tasmania’s most captivating garden settings in Pontville.