As you drive towards the quaint historic township of Fingal, you pass some of the most spectacular countryside in Tasmania. Here you are at the foothills of the spectacular Ben Lomond and its towering 600m dolerite, quartzite, and granite cliffs. The Manse is positioned on a high knoll overlooking the township with spectacular views over the Fingal valley and mountain range. Built in c.1920, this was home to the Minister of the neighbouring Presbyterian Church built in the Carpenter Gothic style in 1881, before it became the Uniting Church. Today it is a private residence but also suitable as a tourism venture, weekend country escape, or long-term rental investment.
In 1827, William Talbot, an Irishman born in Malahide Castle, in County Fingal, was granted land in the district and took up a holding north of the settlement where he built a gracious 2 storey stone Georgian house he called Malahide. Talbot called the settlement Fingal. Fingal first grew around the Convict Station and in 1852, when gold was discovered nearby the township further expanded to what it is today.
The fully restored charming 148m2 (approx.) weatherboard home comprises of the master bedroom with ensuite and built-in robe, 2 further bedrooms also with built-in robes, 2nd bathroom and large living room with picture perfect windows. A second living room is ideal as a large study, informal living room or 4th bedroom. The kitchen is fully equipped and has good bench space for food preparation and cabinetry for storage. There is a large laundry, storage room, and abundant space underneath the house. Period features include sash windows, hardwood flooring, stained glass, fireplaces, and high ceilings. The house is fully serviced by mains power and water, town sewerage, solid fuel heating, and split heating/cooling systems.
The grounds at the Manse cover an area of 2700m2 (approx.) and comprise of deciduous and native trees, flowering shrubs, dovecote, picket fence frontage, timber gates, a long concrete driveway, and a large 2 car garage, storage/workshop, and timber shed.
Fingal is a charming historic township located 110km from Launceston and 90km to the Launceston Airport. The township has numerous impressive 19th century buildings including the 1830's convict cells once part of the Convict Station. The Township is spoilt for recreational activities including the Malahide Golf Course, walks in the Evercreech Forest Reserve which is home to the tallest white gums in Australia at 90m in height, Mathinna Falls, fishing in the South Esk River, mountain bike riding and camping. The East Coast townships of St. Helens, Binalong Bay, and Chain of Lagoons are only a short trip away.
The Manse offers you a wonderful opportunity to secure one of Fingal's charming historic country houses with unsurpassed views of the Fingal Valley and Ben Lomond. The property is perfectly suitable as a private residence, tourism venture, weekend country escape, or long-term rental. Realistically priced, this property will generate strong buyer interest.
For further details contact Dominic Romeo
0438500277
dominicromeo@historicproperty.com.au
www.historicproperty.com.au
DISCLAIMER: All dimensions are approximate only. Particulars given are for general information only and do not constitute any representation on the part of the Vendor or Agent. All prospective buyers must undertake their own due diligence.
