'Manitu' is one of those rare gems, displaying historic heritage significance, a superb two-storey sandstone residence circa 1880 constructed in the Victorian Rustic Gothic architectural style and quintessentially Tasmanian.
Lovely details of the era are quite evident and include narrow eaves, a projecting cant bay window, and a gabled roof. The four panelled front entry door is located under a verandah which features cast iron brackets.
William Walker, an eminent scholar, engineer, and philanthropist lived there in 1896. He made an important donation of rare books from his private collection in the field of Australiana and Tasmaniana to the Tasmanian Public Library known as the Walker Collection.
The building is substantial with accommodation for up to 6 bedrooms and is somewhat of a landmark in West Hobart, an eye-catching, attractive facade with interiors of generous proportions which do not disappoint either.
Coloured glass accents, high ceilings, and original timber joinery complement delightful stylish Bohemian presentation not slavish to conventional design guidelines. There are multiple living areas, however, the floor plan may be reconfigured to suit.
The sitting room adjacent to the entrance hall is a lovely room. A decorative mantelpiece with a beveled mirror and a cast iron fireplace with ceramic tiles provides a focal point. French doors open to a sunroom on the western wing and the verandah with a gorgeous outlook over the roofscape of West Hobart to the filtered views of the River Derwent ... the water spectacle more apparent from upstairs.
The master bedroom is truly impressive, the sheer luxury of space and gorgeous glazing in the form of that beautiful bay window. There are two other bedrooms on this floor with a very generous bathroom area which includes a bathtub and laundry at the rear servicing downstairs.
A 'farmhouse' country-style eat-in timber kitchen extends to a breakfast room come designated dining room complete with a servery with bifold glass windows connecting directly to the outdoor living area...alfresco dining a breeze with convenient access.
Great storage and a workshop/ utility off the laundry and kitchen garden could be developed further.
Worthy of mention is the very lucrative Airbnb incredibly spacious second-story apartment, a really nice bonus perhaps for an investor or an owner-occupier to supplement the income stream. There is a separate entrance here, however, for a family preferring to enjoy the entire footprint and some independence, the internal staircase is still intact.
The apartment comprises 3 bedrooms including a study. The kitchen dining room has a really nice feel next to an open plan living room and entrance. The elevation, pretty local and river vistas with an abundance of natural light enhance this space.
The surrounding gardens include fruit trees, vegetable planters, and some ornamentals. A corner position ensures dual access to the property with car parking for 2-3 cars off the street.
Lansdowne Crescent is a very desirable address indeed and one of the most coveted tree-lined streets in Hobart. The streetscape is most appealing and is the only crescent-shaped ' half-moon' thoroughfare in Hobart. The city fringe locale is fabulous being easy walking distance to the delights of North Hobart as well as local eateries and boutique food stores. Leisure activities on Knocklofty reserve with parkland nearby.
Grasp this opportunity to secure a very important historical property, its townscape associations vital to the community's sense of place.
Vendor reserves the right to consider offers prior to the closing date.
The information contained herein has been supplied to us and we have no reason to doubt its accuracy, however, we cannot guarantee it. Accordingly, all interested parties should make their own inquiries to verify this information.
All time frames and dimensions are approximated only.
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