No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point. Picture: Supplied
Some homes whisper their stories. The Harbour Master House announces it with the gravitas of nearly two centuries of seafaring history.
Built in 1829 when Hobart’s harbour thrummed with tall ships and maritime commerce, this solid sandstone residence once housed the Harbour Master himself — the man who commanded the bustling waterfront and all its comings and goings.
These walls have witnessed the transformation of a colonial outpost into the vibrant city that exists today, standing sentinel through generations of tides and tales.
The architecture tells a story of timeless craftsmanship.
Thick sandstone walls, built to outlast centuries, rise to meet soaring ceilings that speak to Victorian Italianate sensibilities.
Polished timber floors gleam with character, while original detailing throughout evokes an era when buildings were designed as works of art.
This isn’t just construction, it’s a signature of permanence and grace that modern developments cannot replicate.
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No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point.
No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point.
It has been decades since this significant Hobart property was last on the market.
But now Battery Point’s 1820s-built Harbour Master House is in need of its next custodian.
Listed for sale with Elders Real Estate Hobart, agents Anne Boman and Mathew Chugg describe No.25-27 Castray Esp as a truly special property.
“It is a property that has to be experienced in person to truly appreciate its appeal,” Mrs Boman said.
“This is arguably Hobart’s No.1 address currently on the market, with an unrivalled location and grandeur.
“Buyers who are attracted to homes of this architectural period adore the proportions of the rooms, high ceilings, large windows.
“People have been impressed by the exceptional quality of the restoration and modern upgrades that truly set this property apart.
“As expected, it has attracted local, interstate, and international inquiry, and inspections to date have been from both local and interstate interest.”
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No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point.
No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point.
Inside the house, heritage character meets contemporary comfort in the most elegant of dances.
The formal dining room serves as a natural stage for entertaining, the kind of space that makes every meal feel like an occasion.
Generous reception and living rooms offer light-filled chambers that understand the art of gathering. These inviting spaces bathe in afternoon light.
The kitchen has been beautifully updated for modern living, proving that history and functionality can coexist beautifully.
Adjacent to the kitchen, a sunlit conservatory creates something magical — a space suspended between indoors and out, perfect for morning coffee or leisurely meals while gazing into the garden.
It’s the kind of room that turns everyday moments into cherished rituals.
No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point.
No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point.
The property extends across two titles, offering private established gardens that create a verdant sanctuary mere moments from Hobart’s vibrant waterfront.
Within these grounds stands the historic Tide Gauge building, not mere garden ornamentation, but a functional piece of maritime heritage that once helped harbour masters track the rhythms of the sea. How many homes come with their own heritage-listed outbuilding?
Location-wise, the Harbour Master House delivers the ultimate balance. Walking distance to Salamanca’s galleries and markets, waterfront cafes, and restaurants showcasing Tasmania’s finest produce means urban convenience at the doorstep.
And yet, when one steps through that sandstone threshold, a private world of tranquillity and history awaits.
It is a property that boasts an inner-city lifestyle and the peace of estate living.
It’s a rare property that offers everything, heritage serenity meets modern lifestyle, colonial grandeur meets contemporary ease.
No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point.
Mrs Boman said the Harbour Master House is “more than a home”.
“It is a story, a lifestyle, and a rare opportunity to own a piece of Tasmania’s rich heritage and history,” she said.
“Set on two titles in Battery Point, this is a generational opportunity with historic charm and contemporary convenience, moments from Hobart’s vibrant waterfront.”
This property is a conversation starter, a legacy in the making, and a home that appears on the market once in a generation.
Beautifully restored and thoughtfully updated, the Harbour Master House awaits its next chapter — a story two centuries in the making.
No.25-27 Castray Esp, Battery Point is listed for sale with Elders Real Estate Hobart. It will be sold by expressions of interest.
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