There are homes that hold stories and then there are homes that become stories. Built in 1914, "Weroona" is not just a house, it's a living, breathing piece of Wynyard's soul. Once a local doctor's surgery, now a showpiece of restored Federation beauty, she has stood gracefully through it all. And today, after a full transformation inside and out, she opens her doors once again - ready for her next chapter.
From the street, she's unmissable. An elegant, confident façade framed by a proud brick wall that guards the secrets within. Step through the gates and the hum of modern life fades away. The gardens greet you like an embrace - lush, considered and perfectly in tune with the romance of wraparound verandahs and the scent of freshly cut blooms.
Inside, "Weroona" speaks softly but surely of her heritage. Wide hallways stretch like ribbons, polished Japanese black Tasmanian oak floorboards glow beneath chandeliers that have seen generations come and go. Light dances across high ceilings and ornate mantels, spilling warmth into every corner. There's an undeniable sense of grandeur here but also comfort, like a storybook home you've known forever.
You wander through spaces that invite you to linger. The formal lounge, refined and timeless, made for conversations and clinking glass. Then the living room, cosy and alive, where an open fire crackles beneath a mantled hearth and stained glass French doors open to the outdoors - the kind of space where winter nights feel like poetry.
The kitchen is a quiet nod to modernity - white cabinetry, marble benchtops, high end finishes, all done with restraint, never stealing the spotlight from her heritage. It's easy to imagine breakfast here, sun streaming in, a pot of tea and a view of the garden - simple luxury.
Four bedrooms, each with their own personality. Three wear their history proudly with original mantels, two with built in robes and the master suite steps forward into today with a walk in robe, ensuite and a sunroom. The main bathroom feels indulgent yet authentic, complete with a granite vanity, spa bath with shower head, toilet and thoughtful touches that stay true to her roots.
Step outside and the story continues. The electric gate hums open to reveal a beautifully kept landscape - manicured lawns, flowering garden beds and the promise of peaceful afternoons. The double garage/workshop are practical touches, with a studio or office space an inspired addition, ready for creativity or guests.
And while "Weroona" offers the kind of privacy you'd expect of a grand estate, she's still firmly part of the Wynyard community - walking distance to the river, boardwalk, fine dining and even the airport.
"Weroona" is more than a home, she's a conversation between the past and the present, told through every polished floorboard, every flicker of stained glass and every gentle breeze that moves through her verandahs.
Homes like this don't come along often and when they do, they speak.
And "Weroona" has a lot to say.
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