Tyson Flannery: Billionaire mining heir buys $12m on Brisbane mansion

Tyson Flannery, of the billionaire Flannery mining family, has splashed out $12million on a six-storey mansion in Ascot, north-east Brisbane.

The six-bedroom, six-bathroom home boasts 1,409 sqm of space and features two swimming pools, a full-sized gym and a cinema.

Located 7km from the CBD, the mansion sits atop a hill and offers panoramic views of the Brisbane skyline.

Tyson Flannery, of the billionaire Flannery mining family, has splashed out $12million on a six-storey mansion in Ascot, north-east Brisbane. The six-bedroom, six-bathroom home boasts 1,409 sqm of space and features two swimming pools, a full-sized gym and a cinema

Flannery bought the property in September after it had been on the market for just three weeks, reports realestate.com.au.

The architect-designed home boasts off-the-wall features such as a 50m ‘bat tunnel’, a 12-space car park and a hidden room dubbed ‘the bear cave’.

Guests gain access to this entertainment complex, located behind a concealed wall, by pressing a button inside a bust of William Shakespeare.

Inside, there is a commercial-scale bar, a pool table and a sound-proof recording studio.

Flannery (pictured) bought the property in September after it had been on the market for just three weeks, reports realestate.com.au 

Other highlights include 98-per-cent recycled full-body glass tiles imported from Spain, a wine cellar, and multiple terraces.

The Gaggenau kitchen has Liebherr and Miele appliances and a built-in gas cooktop.

Each of the bedrooms boasts walk-in wardrobes, and the luxurious master features balcony access, two ensuites and a viewing panel.

The architect-designed home boasts off-the-wall features such as a 50m ‘bat tunnel’, a 12-space car park and a hidden room dubbed ‘the bear cave’ 

The home’s so-called ‘bat tunnel’ is seen here

There is also three powder rooms and a self-contained apartment with two bedrooms, a terrace and lounge.

Tyson Flannery is the son of Rich Lister Brian Flannery and his wife Peggy.

A director of the KTQ Group, his business interests include real estate and hospitality.

The full-size gym is seen here