Opulent mansion with JAWS garden conservatory for sale

Jarrad Bevan, Property Journalist | First published 24 Nov 2023, 5:00am | News Corp Australia Network

Is Minallo the finest home on the market in Tasmania? One could certainly make that argument with ease.

Built in 1891, and aptly described as an “opulent mansion in a grand garden setting”, few homes strike such a perfect balance between old world charm and character alongside exquisite contemporary living.

Listed for sale by St Andrews Estate Agents director Steve Yannarakis, the property has already caught the eye of buyers who are looking for a statement home.

Mr Yannarakis said the renovation, restoration and extension of the house by the current owners had been a “labour of love”.

“Minallo is an absolutely brilliant property, a peerless residence,” he said.

“It starts with the grand 19th Century house, and ends with a cutting-edge, sophisticated extension by award-winning firm Jaws Architecture.

“You rarely see this type of design and construction executed to such a high level.

“It’s the type of stately property that is easy to imagine among the mansions of Toorak, in Melbourne.”

Alongside the impressive four-bedroom house, Mr Yannarakis noted the location on 1726sq m of land as enviable.

“The position is a dream with glorious city and river views, on a level block, and just around the corner from popular Smolt Kitchen and The Hill St Grocer,” he said.

“It has inner-city convenience, but in a sprawling private garden setting.

“As you travel along the driveway, you feel like you are approaching a majestic country estate. And yet you are just five minutes from the city centre.

“As impressive as the grounds and the exterior of the house are, there is so much to discover inside, as well. Even the butler’s pantry would put most kitchens to shame.”

No.22A Pine St, West Hobart is the epitome of a refined lifestyle.

This distinguished home offers an abundance of formal and informal living spaces that make the most of its captivating garden setting.

Included within are four large, double bedrooms — including a master with an ensuite — alongside a study, a family bathroom, powder room, and a stunning formal entry foyer that features original tessellated tile flooring.

The interlinked living spaces comprise a formal lounge, an informal living room, and a state-of-the-art kitchen with a butler’s pantry featuring custom spotted gum joinery.

Step through to the stunning glass pavilion and prepare to be wowed. There is limestone flooring and floor-to-ceiling glazing in this dramatic double-height conservatory.

Via pivot doors, this indoor-outdoor room opens fully to a large deck. The outdoor living area boasts a pond, lawn and delightful established gardens.

The house features an impressive roll call of appointments and features, including a private driveway with an automatic gate, stunning bay windows, soaring ceilings with ceiling roses and period detailing.

There is hydronic heating, bespoke timber joinery, chandeliers, Cole & Son wallpaper, double glazed French doors, Dekton and marble finishes, European appliances — including three integrated refrigerators-freezers — V-Zug ovens, two integrated dishwashers, a zoned Hunter watering system, and built-in B&W and Bose speakers.

The property features an abundance of off-street parking behind the secure gates.

Mr Yannarakis said Minallo sets the standard for distinguished period architecture blended with cutting-edge design within a sublime garden setting.

“West Hobart is among our most sought-after inner suburbs — offering exceptional amenity, being within walking distance of local cafes and North Hobart shops — and Minallo is the suburb’s finest home on the market.”

No.22A Pine St, West Hobart will be sold via expressions of interest. Contact St Andrews for details.