Brisbane River view from the verandah at 66 Yeronga Street

Sold for $6,250,000

66 Yeronga Street, Yeronga

The story

Commissioned by the Tait family, timber merchants who used the residence to showcase their trade, Thistledoon retains extensive timber interiors, leadlight windows and detailed joinery. Flood free and framed by established gardens, the property has expansive views across both reaches of the Brisbane River towards Long Pocket. Remarkably, only two families have owned the home since it was built.

View from the balcony across the Brisbane River towards Long Pocket
The Brisbane River, viewed from the broad timber verandah.

Specification

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
2
Land
2,555m²
Build
591m²

The house

  • Landmark 1915 Queenslander held by only two families
  • Five bedrooms plus an office or sixth bedroom
  • Four bathrooms arranged across two levels
  • Original leadlight windows and finely detailed joinery
  • Seven timber species showcased in the formal lounge
  • Oversized double garage, workshop and secure off-street parking

Living & entertaining

  • Formal living and dining rooms opening to wide verandahs
  • River-facing kitchen with snow white stone benchtops
  • Miele gas and induction cooking with AEG steam oven
  • Lower-level entertaining lounge with separate access
  • Kitchenette, second laundry and flexible dual living
  • Dedicated exposed-brick wine cellar

Outdoor

  • 2,555m² flood-free riverfront landholding
  • Panoramic views across both reaches towards Long Pocket
  • Substantial entertaining deck, garden terrace and courtyard
  • Established gardens extending to a broad waterfront lawn
  • Rowing shed and private pontoon
  • Remnants of the property’s 1930s rock pools

Property film

Living

The formal living and dining rooms reveal much of the home’s original character. Seven species of timber feature within the formal lounge, complemented by striped timber floorboards, dark ceiling beams, coffered detailing, built-in cabinetry and leadlight windows. Generous openings connect the rooms, while doors to the verandah bring natural light and river views inside.

The river-facing kitchen pairs snow white stone benchtops with low-sheen two-pack cabinetry, plantation shutters and cork flooring. A broad built-in window seat overlooks the water, while Miele gas and induction cooking, an AEG steam oven and generous preparation space support everyday living and entertaining.

On the lower level, a substantial second entertaining lounge, separate access, additional accommodation, kitchenette and second laundry provide considerable flexibility for extended family, guests or multigenerational living.

Formal living and dining rooms with original timber detailing
Timber-lined room with original leadlight windowsWhite kitchen with stone benchtops and plantation shuttersKitchen dining area and window seat overlooking the Brisbane River

Retreat

The master bedroom includes an ensuite, walk-in robe and adjoining sunroom, finished in a light neutral palette with French doors opening towards the garden. Four additional bedrooms are positioned across the two levels, including a richly timber lined room with leadlight bay windows and an integrated window seat. An office provides the option of a sixth bedroom, with four bathrooms in total.

Timber-lined main bedroom with leadlight windows and adjoining sunroom
White ensuite with walk-in shower and marble floorSunroom adjoining a bedroom with warm afternoon lightRiver-facing bedroom opening to private terraces

Grounds & river

Wide timber verandahs and a substantial entertaining deck overlook the river and established grounds. A garden terrace and courtyard sit closer to the residence, while landscaped gardens extend towards a broad waterfront lawn, creating a rare sense of depth and privacy for an inner-Brisbane riverfront holding.

At the water’s edge, a rowing shed and private pontoon provide direct access to the Brisbane River. Remnants of rock pools dating from the 1930s remain within the grounds, adding another layer to the property’s history.

Panoramic Brisbane River outlook across the waterfront lawn and private pontoonWide covered verandah overlooking the Brisbane RiverSecluded garden terrace beneath established treesPrivate pontoon and broad waterfront lawnSunset over the Brisbane River from Thistledoon

Photography

Thistledoon in sequence — its original timber craftsmanship, river-facing rooms and private retreats.

Thistledoon's river verandah at 66 Yeronga Street
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Street approach to the 1915 Queenslander
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The residence set within established gardens
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Aerial view of the 2,555m² riverfront landholding
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Original timber-lined living room with leadlight windows
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Formal living and dining rooms with original timber detailing
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Timber-lined main bedroom opening to its sunroom
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Main bedroom detail with heritage joinery
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River-facing white kitchen with stone benchtops
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Kitchen dining area and window seat overlooking the river
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Riverfront lawn and Brisbane River outlook
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Lower-level lounge opening to the river terrace
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Light-filled guest bedroom
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Sunroom adjoining the main bedroom
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Main ensuite with heritage detailing
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Bedroom opening to two river-facing terraces
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Heritage bathroom with checkerboard floor
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White VJ-lined bedroom with private balcony access
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Wide covered verandah overlooking the Brisbane River
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Waterfront lawn and private pontoon
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Established gardens running down to the river
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Garden pathway through the grounds
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Outdoor seating within the garden terrace
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Secluded garden terrace beneath established trees
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Private pontoon on the Brisbane River
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River outlook from the waterfront lawn
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Sunset over the Brisbane River from Thistledoon
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Location

Positioned at the end of a quiet no-through street, Thistledoon offers privacy while remaining close to Yeronga train station, Yeerongpilly Green, the Queensland Tennis Centre and local cafés, restaurants and services.

The University of Queensland is accessible via the Eleanor Schonell Bridge. The Mater, Princess Alexandra and QEII hospitals are nearby, with Brisbane’s CBD approximately seven kilometres away.

Aerial view of Thistledoon and the Brisbane River towards Long Pocket

Plans & viewing

Floorplan

Explore the residence, entertaining areas, garage, workshop, waterfront lawn, rowing shed and pontoon.

The sale

Thistledoon sold for $6,250,000. For details of the sale or similar riverfront listings, contact Heath Williams.

Call 0403 976 115

Sold for $6,250,000

Thistledoon has sold.

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