At a Glance
* Built in the 1880s, with a history rooted in the orchards of early New Town
* A gracious residence blending late Georgian and Victorian influences
* Five bedrooms, including three elevated dormer bedrooms
* Separate sitting and dining rooms, with a light filled kitchen and adjoining meals area
* Two bathrooms, laundry, mud room and generous storage
* Wide verandahs, elegant bay windows and established gardens with traditional box hedging
* Original stables, workshop or studio, and covered parking
* Expansive grounds offering space, privacy and exciting possibilities
Abode
There is something special about a home that carries its history so naturally. Built in the 1880s, Landport began life at the heart of a flourishing orchard, when Hobart was gradually extending north along the River Derwent. More than a century later, it remains a gracious presence in New Town, its wide verandahs, elegant bay windows and established gardens offering a glimpse of another era.
The original front door, complete with its traditional bell and framed by leadlight windows, sets the scene for what lies beyond. The nameplate bearing the name Landport is a quiet nod to the home’s past, while the broad entrance hall and its generous proportions immediately convey a sense of warmth and permanence. Two well proportioned bedrooms sit either side of the hallway, before a traditional archway leads through to the home’s inviting living spaces.
There is a wonderful sense of space throughout, with rooms that feel connected yet retain their own distinct character. A separate sitting room offers a place to settle in, while the dining room is well suited to gatherings with family and friends. The kitchen and adjoining meals area bring a more contemporary sensibility, with natural light throughout the day and an easy connection to the rhythms of everyday life.
Upstairs, three dormer bedrooms enjoy elevated outlooks across Cornelian Bay and the Domain. Filled with natural light, these rooms bring a different perspective to the home, with a sense of openness that feels a world away from the bustle of the city.
The home’s practical comforts have been thoughtfully accommodated, with a spacious, beautifully appointed bathroom alongside the main bedroom, and a second bathroom, laundry, mud room and ample storage towards the rear. Throughout, modern functionality sits comfortably alongside the home’s original character.
Outside, the established gardens are every bit as inviting, with traditional box hedges tracing gentle pathways through the grounds. The generous allotment offers a welcome sense of space and privacy, with an expansive lawn extending beyond the main garden. A covered carport provides sheltered parking, while the driveway accommodates additional vehicles.
Further exploration reveals an adjoining shed, currently used as a workshop or studio, and the original stables, now offering generous storage while preserving another piece of the property’s history. Together, these outbuildings and the surrounding grounds offer flexibility for changing needs, creative pursuits or simply enjoying the space that comes with a property of this scale.
Landport is a home with genuine heart and substance, where the character of the past is woven into a setting that continues to serve modern life. Rich in history yet wonderfully liveable, it offers an increasingly rare opportunity to make a distinctive piece of New Town your own.
Area
New Town has long held its place as one of Hobart’s most established and well connected suburbs, valued for its leafy streets, community feel and close proximity to the city. Here, everyday convenience comes naturally, with cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and medical services all within easy reach.
Families are well catered for, with a selection of public and private schools within two kilometres, alongside sporting grounds and recreational facilities. The Tasmanian Hockey Centre and the Hobart Domain provide space for sport, walking and time outdoors, while the River Derwent offers a beautiful natural backdrop nearby.
At the end of the street, a walking and cycling track follows the former railway line, inviting an early morning stroll, a leisurely ride or a welcome moment away from the pace of the day.
With the city close at hand and the surrounding landscape offering its own quiet pleasures, New Town continues to be a suburb where convenience and a strong sense of place go hand in hand.
