16 York St, Launceston is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1860. The property has a land size of 1374m2 and floor size of 364m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2024.
Showcasing the epitome of grand-scale opulence and unsurpassed luxury, surrounded by stately gardens, and elevated to capture a spectacular city skyline, "GOORAK" sets a new benchmark of property ever introduced to the Launceston market.
Built in C1860 and restored with a Gillian Van Der Schans design, accompanied by a Joanna Pinkiewicz interior design, this residence brings together the classic grandeur of its Victorian origins and the consummate luxury of its contemporary spaces.
Meticulous attention to detail unfolds across exemplary original craftsmanship and the finest luxury appointments, as a central entranceway enlightened by soaring ceilings, divides cascading entertaining aspects.
The kitchen caters to every occasion in style featuring American white oak cupboards, Carrara Marble benchtops and integrated appliances. A towering glass extension with a feature exposed brick wall and picturesque views introduces all of the opulence, elegance and contemporary beauty that define the extensive light-filled interior. The formal lounge, formal dining and office also enjoy captivating views over the city and connect out onto the north facing verandah. A bedroom, laundry room, powder room and central bathroom featuring Carrara Marble floors, custom Carrara designed Marble benchtops, and a feature Agape Ottocento Bath complete the impressive upper-floor layout.
Continuing with a commitment to quality throughout, the lower level is comprised of a central family bathroom and four palatial bedrooms including an incredible master suite set beyond a hidden door offering an opulent dressing room and sumptuous ensuite which features marble basins, custom Tasmanian Blackwood, brass fittings and a glass room shower.
The immaculate Hawthorn brick exterior is set within a spectacular landholding of 1,366sqm complete with stately established gardens, an architecturally designed hothouse, limestone and slate paved outdoor entertaining area and a fully tiled, heated infinity pool with an electric submerged cover.
Extra features include: Original Kauri Pine Floorboards, hydronic and ducted heating, floor heating, designer light fittings, original cast iron skylights and a fully automated pool management system.
Privately set beyond a secure brick fence and feature steel automatic gate, this true trophy home affords the ultimate in world-class living where no expense has been spared to achieve a rare triumph of design, sophistication, and entertainment excellence.
The size of Launceston is approximately 4.5 square kilometres. It has 13 parks covering nearly 16.4% of total area. The population of Launceston in 2016 was 2944 people. By 2021 the population was 3110 showing a population growth of 5.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Launceston is 20-29 years. Households in Launceston are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Launceston work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 46.80% of the homes in Launceston were owner-occupied compared with 48.20% in 2016.
Launceston has 3,719 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Launceston have seen a 45.45% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 34.92% increase. As at 30 November 2025:
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