The History
It was in 1832 that Britton Jones: a successful settler and prominent businessman built ‘Greycliffe’ (then know as Lyndhurst). At that time, there were only three small towns in Australia: Sydney, Hobart and Launceston and the vast inland Australia was yet to be explored. In 1838 Jones went on to build Franklin House, now a National Trust Historical Museum, 1km from ‘Greycliffe’. ‘Greycliffe’ was built on Magpie Hill on the old Hobart Rd where it passed through Franklin Village on the southern outskirts on Launceston. In 1864 the house was enlarged and the cross gable roof extension was built. For a while Lyndhurst’ became a boarding school for girls.

In the 1940′s the house was enlarged further to include a glorious large sunroom an extra kitchen and bathroom, all in keeping with the historic integrity and ambience of ‘Greycliffe’. Since that time the house has been used as a family home and a Bed and Breakfast, at all times retaining it’s beautiful original features and it’s peaceful country feeling.

The Home
Certified by the National Trust, ‘Greycliffe’ is a picturesque house of Neo Gothic style. The 2 storey house perches on Magpie Hill above the Tamar Valley fogs, facing north and overlooking the delightful Relbia Valley to the mountains. It features stone, brick and stucco walls, lancet windows on the attic level, cedar doors, French doors, casement windows and interesting barge boards on the gable ends. Living areas include study or library, dining, sitting rooms and a bright east facing provincial style kitchen. There is a self- contained apartment (with separate entrance) under the same roofline, which can enhance the already generous accommodation of this warm and gracious home. A floor plan is available.

The Surrounds
Sited on 1.32 hectare (3 acres approx.) the private garden on ‘Greycliffe’ is framed by century old trees. The north-easterly aspect boasts unrestricted views over the Relbia district to Ben Lomond National Park. A swimming pool is perched high above the boundary. A clay tennis court, an artist’s studio, carport and established flower and vegetable gardens are included features.

The Location
A country address with today’s convenience only 10 minutes drive to the airport and the city of Launceston.

Inspection strictly by appointment.

More information at www.robertsre.com.au/greycliffe