One of Tasmania's heritage treasures...
Entally Estate is one of the finest historic homes in Tasmania. The Estate consists of Entally House and historic buildings including Australia's oldest Conservatory, Chapel, Stables, Carriage House and Farmyard. Set in grand parklike surroundings with magnificent gardens vineyard and historic outbuildings. Only 15 minutes drive from Launceston where you can tour the historic home and gardens, taste wine from the vineyard and enjoy a delightful Devonshire Tea. Want to volunteer? Entally has positions vacant for volunteers - in the House and Grounds - See Contacts
Built in 1819 by Thomas Reibey, the eldest son of Mary Reibey. Mary, a former Convict who became one of Australias wealthiest women and obtained the grant of 300 acres of land upon which Thomas was to settle and build the homestead and outbuildings.
Entally is named after Thomas' parents house in Sydney which was named after a suburb in Calcutta, India and the Hintally Tree (a date palm).
Entally House and its magnificent grounds are managed by Tasmania Parks & Wildlife Service, a proud Tasmanian company, and are open to the public seven days a week.
Come and explore the magnificent homestead, gardens, trees, stables, chapel, coach house, conservatory and other historic artefacts that have made Entally one of Tasmania's heritage treasures since 1947.
Entally is avaialable for groups to use for events and a magnificent setting for weddings.
Join us at one of our Event days - see the Events Page for details!
Upcoming Events
25-02-2012
Antiques & Collectibles Show
Antiques and Collectibles Show at Entally Estate using the tried and tested "Antiques Roadshow " format so beloved of television audiences worldwide. We will have our own Tasmanian antique experts to comment on your precious items, offer a valuation guide and share their knoweldge with you on the day. We have experts lined up for Glass, Pottery and China, Paintings and Prints, Furniture , Silverware, and Jewellery. The day will end with an Auction of lots offered up on the day by visitors keen to test the market. Plus the Fabulous Entally Begonias will again be on display in our historic conservatory -one of Austrlaias oldest such icons - a must for Garden lovers. Plus the National Austrlalian Vintage Jaguar Car Club will be on site to display their beautiful vehicles on our historic Cricket pitch - also one of Australias oldest sporting grounds circa in use 1834. Our energetic and committed team of garden volunteers will be serving their traditional Devonshire teas on the verandah of the old house and wine and cheese platters will also be available.
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