Bonney's Inn offers a rare opportunity to become the next custodian of an important piece of Tasmania's colonial history. Built circa 1830, this remarkable Georgian property is Deloraine's oldest brick residence and one of the town's most enduring landmarks, occupying an established setting beside the Meander River and surrounding parklands.
Key features include:
Significant circa 1830 Georgian building
Deloraine's oldest brick residence
Originally established as an early coaching inn
Substantial triple-brick construction
Nine bedrooms and seven bathrooms
Original Georgian windows, fireplaces and timber detailing
Self-contained bedsit and separate Innkeeper's Quarters
Established grounds beside the Meander River and parklands
Potential for accommodation, retreats, events or extended-family living
Approximately 35 minutes from Launceston and Devonport
Originally established during the coaching era, when travellers journeyed between Tasmania's early settlements by horse and carriage, the inn provided shelter, warmth and hospitality along an important regional route. Almost two centuries later, its substantial walls, multi-paned Georgian windows, original fireplaces and time-worn timber details continue to tell the story of those who passed through its doors.
Offering nine bedrooms and seven bathrooms, Bonney's Inn has a scale and versatility rarely found in a property of this age. Its traditional layout lends itself naturally to a grand private residence, boutique guesthouse, short-stay accommodation, creative retreat, intimate events venue or a thoughtful combination of residential and commercial uses, subject to the necessary approvals.
A self-contained bedsit and separate Innkeeper's Quarters add another layer of flexibility, providing possibilities for on-site management, private guest accommodation, dual living or an additional income stream.
Beyond the building, established gardens, mature trees and changing seasonal colour create a peaceful connection with the river and neighbouring green spaces. This picturesque setting could be particularly appealing for group stays, wedding accommodation, wellbeing or creative retreats, family gatherings and visitors seeking an experience grounded in Tasmanian history.
Deloraine itself is an important part of the offering. Known for its arts community, historic streetscapes, annual craft fair and strong visitor appeal, the town sits at the gateway to the Great Western Tiers and Tasmania's Central Highlands. Rivers, mountain walks, national parks and celebrated local producers are all within easy reach, while Launceston and Devonport are each approximately 35 minutes away.
Bonney's Inn is more than a substantial historic home. It is a property shaped by almost 200 years of Tasmanian life, ready for a new custodian with the imagination to preserve its past while giving it renewed purpose for the future.
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