19 Sandfly Road, Margate TAS 7054

Circa 1875, originally known as the Margate School House this property is unique, picturesque, full of character, and is a captivating single-level residence sitting prominently on 1378sqm of land with a story to tell. Upon entering you will notice some of the original features still exists, pressed metal ceilings and expansive living rooms which were once the class rooms. Over time the house has been sympathetically renovated and extended to provide light-filled accommodation wrapped around charming cottage gardens and ornate trees. Enjoy your private courtyard whilst listening to the Nierinna Creek flow past just below the property.

Despite its heritage, the home is very much in-line with today's demands and necessary features include; a wood heater, panel heating and a Daikin inverter heat pump, separate laundry with a toilet, a large bathroom with contemporary colours and fittings, three bedrooms including the generous sized master bedroom with a built in robe.

A spacious kitchen, complete with all the necessary conveniences for your family include; Fisher & Paykel wall oven, Westinghouse cooktop and a Dishlex stainless steel dishwasher. The living room opens to a generous, north-facing sun deck for alfresco dining or simply relaxing in the tranquil garden surrounds. A second sitting/family room could be utilised as an entrance foyer, study or dining area or simply a quiet sunny spot to sit and read.

The driveway provides rear access to an external double garage/workshop area of 6x6 metres approx. Plenty of room for off-street parking or a place to park the boat or caravan. This period home is made utterly irresistible by the lifestyle it offers in Margate just minutes' drive to schools, shops and parks.