Circa 1860 this wonderful stone cottage is full of charm and character in a highly coveted location in the much sought after city fringe suburb of West Hobart. Occupying a lofty position with fabulous views across Hobart to the Derwent River. With a large 823m2 allotment there is potential for extension and will appeal greatly to buyers looking for grounds with rolling grass, established plantings and fruit trees.
The home has great street appeal, and the welcoming front veranda will be the ideal position to relax and enjoy those enviable views. The entrance leads to the formal sitting room, complete with original sawn timber floors, pine-lined ceilings, ornate mantel, and casement windows. The study, library, or home office leads off this room with a generous loft space ideal for a great master bedroom retreat. There is another double bedroom complete with built-in robes at the front of the home.
An extensive open living space is at the rear with wooden beams, polished floorboards and rustic doors all adding to the original charm. A window seat enjoys the vistas and the area is kept ambient year-round with a reverse cycle heat pump. A third bedroom leads off this space again fitted with built in robes.
The kitchen and bathroom are at the back of the property and have had modern contemporary updates.
The garden meanders up the sandstone stairs with established cottage gardens including roses, fruit trees and a large lawned area. A great space for children or furry friends to enjoy and the avid gardener would love the space and scope for further development. There is garden shed for storage and up to 3 off street parks. Solar panels and gas hot water/heating are both installed.
With just a five-minute walk you can be in the heart of the North Hobart strip with cafes, restaurants and the State Cinema. The Hill Street Grocer is close at hand and the Hobart CBD is just 3kms away providing a great city fringe lifestyle.
Council rates approx. $3,500.00 pa
Water rates approx. $1,100.00 pa excluding usage
Rental Estimate $630.00 - 660.00 p/w
*Please note the photographs herein have been taken from a previous tenancy.
**The information contained herein has been supplied to us and we have no reason to doubt its accuracy, however, cannot guarantee it. Accordingly, all interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify this information.
