Sheltered amongst native flora and fauna at the head of a quiet cul-de-sac, 17 Erica Street nestling alongside a peaceful coastal reserve with direct access to the Prosser River is a emust seef. This quality built 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom holiday home on the North Shore at Orford enjoys a unique parkland setting that will never be built out.
On an easy to maintain 579sqm allotment with level access this charming western red cedar beach house c1996 offers dual access from both the front and rear of the title which is ideal for the storage of boats and all your other holiday toys. This eposition, position, positionf location is within a short stroll of the Orford shopping village, the local pub, river boat ramp, kayaking, swimming or beautiful beach walks, all accessible by the riverside walk/ride path at the back gate.
The grounds require a minimum of maintenance, comprising native shrubs and occasional perennials with two modest lawn areas for the active ones to play in safety. 20 solar panels keep power bills at bay while fresh rainwater pumped direct to the kitchen from the ample 5,000L tank enables the luxury of being almost eoff the gridf. Out front a sunny full-length veranda and timber deck capture the winter sun. Behind the property is a 6 x 3.8M colorbond lock up garage/workshop complete with concrete floor, roller door, power, lighting and some shelving.
The traditional design of the home is warmed and cooled by a cosy wood heater, an IXL wall heater and a Fujitsu eSplit Systemf reverse cycle Heater/Cooler. The open plan kitchen, dining and lounge areas are separated by a functional island bench and offer tranquil views of the river and local bird life from the large windows. There is a separate laundry and bathroom. 3 comfortable bedrooms all have provision for built-ins with one completed in the master bedroom and the others currently used as computer/study nooks. NBN installed.
Sheltered by the majestic Maria Island, Spring Bay, Mercury Passage and surrounds offer excellent boating and fishing. The vendor has a Hood 23 Coachhouse Sailboat on a mooring in the river 70m from the house to sell with the property, or separately by negotiation.
The Orford/Spring Beach precinct is popular with walkers, cyclists and birdwatchers and is well equipped with your choice of sandy beaches, numerous walking paths and nearby local community support infrastructure including supermarkets, medical services, cafes, a pharmacy, a library, very active golf, bowls and boating clubs - all this just one hour by car from the city of Hobart or 45 minutes from Hobart International Airport.
*Offers close 4.00pm Thursday 19th March. The vendors reserve their right to consider offers prior.
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