The Jolly Farmer is an exceptional lifestyle residence presenting an opportunity to own 193 years of history, as well as one of Australia’s original and earliest Colonial Georgian homes. Built in 1826, the 216m2 home is privately positioned on the edge of Perth, one of Tasmania’s historically important townships.
The interiors display elegance and are calming, spacious and comfortable. The home has all the classical architectural elements associated with a home of this period, including dormer windows, hipped roof, parapet walls, tall chimneys, extensive use of cedar joinery, Georgian and Regency fire surrounds, open fire places, multi-paned sash windows, thick walls and 6-panel doors. The symmetry is simply beautiful.
The ground floor comprises of entry hallway, country kitchen, 3 informal and formal sitting rooms, dining room, 2 bedrooms, dressing room, bathroom, laundry and mudroom. The staircase leads upstairs to 2 further bedrooms, bathroom and study area. The dormer windows add to the charm with views over the garden and outbuildings.
The home is positioned on a 4920m2 allotment comprising of well designed, low maintenance established gardens. The garden includes mature deciduous and native trees, vegetable and herb garden, fruit trees, cottage flowers, perennials, bulbs and extensive sunny lawn areas perfect for lazing with a book and wine or entertaining with family and friends. The historic charm is enhanced by the ensemble of outbuildings including a 2 storey barn/stables, storage shed, garden and fowl sheds, plus a large stunning 2 storey studio, sympathetically built with convict bricks and period fittings. The studio includes a rustic undercover alfresco dining and bbq area. All services are available to the property.
The Jolly Farmer is located in a culturally and historically rich and diverse region. Minutes away are the historic townships and hamlets of Evandale, Westbury and Longford. At your doorstep are famous golf courses, galleries, eateries, antique stores, historic estates, the world renown Tamar Valley wine and food route, gin distilleries, Woolmers and Brickendon - listed world heritage site, The Rose Garden, and the famous Clarendon Estate to name a few.
Freeway access is nearby and the vibrant city of Launceston with its award winning cafes, restaurants, leading schools and University of Tasmania – all 15 minutes away, Melbourne only a quick 47 minute flight.
Whether this is your next family home, weekender or boutique venture – The Jolly Farmer is truly a rare, exciting and affordable offering.
