19 Runnymede Street, Battery Point TAS 7004

A rare opportunity to live in one of the most admired and elegant homes in Hobart.

Situated in Battery Point and in ideal proximity to Salamanca, Princes Park and all Hobart has to offer, ?Hillcrest? with its distinctive spires, gables and central cupola offers a flowing, light filled family home with endless entertaining possibilities. Formerly the home of master shipwright, John McGregor, ?Hillcrest? provides all the delights of Battery Point village living, while still maintaining a quiet, private refuge.

Beyond the picket fence and rose covered lychgate is the enchanting garden, leading to an expansive sandstone flagged, sun lit veranda, off street undercover parking and side workshop, all with level access.

Period details abound from the impressive front door leading to a grand twin arched entrance hall from which lounge and dining room can be opened to form a spacious entertainment area. There is also a sunny walled ?Secret Garden? courtyard entered from either the open country style kitchen or via French doors from the study/5th bedroom.

All day sun-filled conservatory is accessed from the casual dining and family rooms.

The house features an elegant, generous staircase leading to a gallery with vista over Battery Point rooftops to St Georges Church and four bedrooms including master suite with generous walk-in dressing room, large smartly appointed en-suite and Juliet balcony, with views of Mt Wellington. There are also two other double bedrooms and nursery/4th Bedroom plus a modern family bathroom, as well as the enchanting widows walk off the retreat or study area, from which to view harbour activities.

?Hillcrest? has a gracious presence, at the same time offering comfortable and practical lifestyle choices. A truly liveable Heritage home.