15 Wellington Street, Richmond, Tas 7025

Expression of Interest Closing Thursday 8th May 2025 at 3pm ( unless sold prior )

Tasmania's History House is one of Richmond's oldest and romantically beautiful buildings. Built on a small rise, the house is an exceptional example of the evolution of an Old Colonial Georgian house which began life as a cottage in 1826 and expanded in 1839. Its asymmetrical and balanced architecture, steeply pitched roof, rustic red convict bricks and colonial windows are all characteristics of the early Georgian period of architecture. The house is the ideal private residence on a large corner allotment of 5660m2. Its position in the historic township would also lend itself to be utilised as a successful accommodation venture or perfect weekend country escape.
    
The house was built by Simon McCullagh, an Irish convict who was given his ticket of leave for helping to capture a bushranger. Built in 1826 as a two-room cottage, he registered and named it, The Jolly Farmers Inn. The original rooms and kitchen of the cottage exist today including an embrasure, used for a shotgun to protect the cottage from bushrangers. As Simon's wealth grew, from the sale of alcohol, he built a larger Georgian house above the original cottage. In 1839, it was completed and described as "a commodious new two-storey brick house, containing five good rooms on the ground floor with kitchen and cellar and four upstairs". The house retains its original layout and the current owners utilised the building for a number of years as a successful bed and breakfast.  It is now a much loved family home. 

The floor plan of the 188m2 house is impressive and charming. From the entrance door you are led to the informal and formal sitting rooms, large bedroom, charming kitchen, bathroom and sunroom/conservatory. The staircase leads to 2 further bedrooms – one with a large WIR, bathroom, and a spacious room which was originally used as a dance room and now perfect as a large office or 4th bedroom. Below the ground floor are 2 rooms which were the original cottage and includes the 1820's kitchen and cellarage. All rooms have wonderful views over the garden.

Internally, all the fine internal architectural features associated with the old Colonial Georgian residence of this importance have been retained – NSW cedar doors and joinery, original flooring, mantlepieces, window casements – some with original glass windows. 

The established rambling garden is abundant with native and deciduous trees, flower beds, fruit trees, and open lawn areas. Included is a small wine producing vineyard. There are also opportunities for subdividing the large corner allotment (STCA). The property is serviced by all town facilities. 

The History House is situated in the historic township of Richmond. Established in 1824, the thriving and vibrant township is known for its numerous heritage-listed buildings from quaint Georgian cottages to rural homesteads, boutique stores, bookshops, galleries, antique and craft stores, museums, cafes, eateries, and country pubs. The town also provides essential services including public parks and river walks, Medical Centre, Pharmacy, accommodation, bank facilities, fuel station, PO, Public transport, Church services, and schools. The town is the gateway to regional tourism hotspots including many award-winning wineries and distilleries in the Coal River Valley.  The city of Hobart is a short 20 minute drive and Hobart Airport 15 mins. 

The History House offers you a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure one of Richmond's oldest and architecturally and historically important Georgian houses suitable as a private family home, tourism venture, or weekend country escape. Be the next custodian of its 199 year history!.

For a private inspection or further details contact Dominic Romeo
0438500277
[email protected]
www.historicproperty.com.au

DISCLAIMER: All dimensions are approximate only. Particulars given are for general information only and do not constitute any representation on the part of the Vendor or Agent. All prospective buyers must undertake their own due diligence.