”Tintagel” home, Tennyson

Tintagel, 79 King Arthur Terrace, Tennyson is just 7km from the CBD and 17 metres above the river, iconic, epic, landmark Tintagel, is a grand, private riverfront estate of significant architectural and historic importance gracing almost half an acre (three separate titles) of rare usable land. Situated high atop the timeless sandstone Tennyson Cliffs, from where it affords fine river, city, hinterland and golf course views north through, 'Tintagel' estate is a rich tapestry of style and ambiance, and offers a unique, privileged lifestyle opportunity that is simply beyond compare. Unquestionably one of Brisbane's more significant homes, 'Tintagel' combines stately formal rooms festooned with historic architectural elements along with every modern convenience to deliver a truly unsurpassed lifestyle. Hundreds of years of history that have been lovingly preserved through time have been incorporated into the home, with even the hand-carved granite building material itself, (originally used in the 1835 construction of Brisbanes Bank of Australasia), moved block by block to the site and reconstructed in 1982. It now stands resplendent atop a generous 1915m of prime land, with spectacular views along two reaches of the Brisbane River and across Indooroopilly Golf Course, views which are able to be enjoyed from the pool area as well as from myriad decks and terraces that extend out from the sprawling two-level home. Inside, the Great Room forms the arresting centre point with hand-painted glass doors from the Savoy Hotel in London opening to reveal a dual storey space soaring to some 7.2m and culminating in the wonderfully ornate plaster ceiling that was re-appropriated from Her Majesty's Theatre. The adjacent formal sitting room is another excellent historical display with its carved timbers from Euros Church in London and spectacular hand-painted stained glass paneling of the four parables. It also boasts an intricately carved fireplace - one of four throughout the home. A more casual wing sees space for family to relax, with the nearby kitchen equipped with stainless steel Miele appliances, granite bench tops and a butler's pantry. Upstairs, the main bedroom takes its cue from yet more carved plasterwork which this time, was rescued from the old Regent Theatre. Wonderfully charming in every sense, the ceiling is complemented by a carved marble fireplace (designed by Architect John Nash who also designed Buckingham Palace), an ensuite constructed of Italian Rosa Rora marble and breathtaking views framed by a grand bay window. There are a further three bedrooms on this upper floor which all share the family bathroom. As with the master bedroom, one of these rooms has access to the wide balcony that runs almost the entire width of the building. Other features include a cloister walk to the dual car garage, a private study, utility room, third bathroom, air-conditioning, intercom and security. With council approved plans for a substantial refurbishment designed to extend the original home along with pending approval for a pontoon, now is an ideal opportunity for new owners to bring their own flair to this unique residence. Creating history takes time, yet 'Tintagel' has managed to sculpt a long and proud heritage, from the priceless fittings and fixtures that adorn the home to the almost 200-year-old building itself. (https://www.onthehouse.com.au/property/qld/tennyson-4105/79-king-arthur-tce-tennyson-qld-4105-5811014)