188 Forest Road, West Hobart TAS 7000

Privately positioned on a lightly wooded allotment of 8 acres with sweeping panormas of the River Derwent and kunanyi/Mount Wellington, this impressive property offers the luxury of peace, privacy and space, mere minutes from Hobart's CBD. Comprising a generously proportioned family home, and an auxiliary dwelling successfully run as short stay accommodation, separated from the main house by a full tennis court, this is an appealing package for purchasers seeking flexibility in accommodation and an enviable lifestyle amongst picturesque surrounds.

The main home is set across two levels, with light-filled and spacious open plan living on the entry level forming the heart of the home. Comprising the well-equipped kitchen with quality stainless steel appliances, dining and living, glass sliders open onto the large balcony to create seamless indoor/outdoor living and space to sit and admire the ever changing vista beyond.

The private primary suite has an ensuite and walk in robe and is located on the entry level adjacent to the study. The staircase to the lower level leads to the family room providing valuable additional living space, and three double bedrooms serviced by the central family bathroom and separate WC. The laundry and wine cellar complete the floorplan. A combination of reverse cycle air conditioning and wood heating ensure year round comfort.

The stone cottage accommodates open plan living, dining and kitchen and a bathroom on the entry level and has a mezzanine bedroom. Outside the home is surrounded by easy care established gardens and there is a sun deck and enclosed veggie garden for pottering in the back yard and surrounds.

Within easy reach of excellent local schools, Hobart's CBD and the shops and amenities of West Hobart, everything a family could want or need is right on the doorstep. The trails of Knocklofty Reserve for hiking and mountain biking are just a short walk away, which combined with the expanse of the property itself, makes for the ultimate Tasmanian tree change without compromising on comfort or convenience.