‘Marlbrook’ c. 1840, 1063 Midland Highway, Pontville, TAS 7030

On the northern edge of Pontville, where the landscape begins to open and the past feels close at hand, ‘Marlbrook’ stands as a rare and enduring piece of Tasmania’s early story.

Established in 1814, just a decade after the founding of Hobart Town, the property carries with it the quiet weight of history. The original sandstone stables remain, now thoughtfully converted into charming accommodation, while the main residence, built circa 1840, is a refined example of a gentleman’s Georgian home.

There is an immediate sense of arrival here. The original sandstone gate pillars, still standing, speak to craftsmanship of another era. Beyond them, the home sits gently elevated, looking out across open fields to distant wooded hills, a setting that feels both expansive and deeply private.

Inside, the atmosphere is unmistakable. Thick sandstone walls, deep-set windows, and wide floorboards anchor the home in its past, while cedar joinery and carefully preserved details create a richness that cannot be replicated. Yet the home has evolved with care. Its kitchen and bathrooms updated to meet modern expectations without compromising its character.

The floorplan offers both flexibility and scale. Formal and informal living spaces unfold across the ground level, accompanied by a study and bedroom, while upstairs, a collection of peaceful rooms, including a central sitting space, offer accommodation for family and guests alike. Each room carries its own story, its own aspect, its own connection to the land beyond.

Just beyond the main residence, the converted stables provide a beautifully resolved, self-contained retreat, ideal for extended family, guests, or potential short-stay accommodation.

The grounds are as enchanting as the home itself. Established trees cast long summer shade, hedged garden rooms create moments of discovery, and a traditional parterre garden connects the landscape back to the rhythms of daily life. Fruit trees, terraces, and convict-hewn stonework all contribute to a setting that feels both productive and poetic.

Marlbrook is not simply a home – it is a place to cherish, to preserve, and to carry forward.