35 Waterloo Street, Ross TAS 7209

Originally sold to Thomas Thwaites in May 1858 and constructed during Thwaites purchasing the land (1858) and 1864, 'Rosemary Cottage', this sandstone cottage is an example of the Victorian Georgian style of early Tasmanian architecture. Having changed ownership several times during the early 1870's from 1890's from Thwaites to a Patrick Clark and selling part of the original land grant to Sarah Robotham. In recent times, the property has only had two owners since 1984.
Offering:
Two sizable bedrooms.
Formal dining room leading into a living space featuring a free-standing woodfire.
Spacious kitchen area with combustion stove with direct access to a study area and bathroom.
Separate laundry room.
Exposed sandstone throughout the cottage with cedar timber joinery.
Victorian bullnose verandah; ideal for relaxing under and taking in the westerly rural views towards Ross.
Undercover pouch area.
Connected to town services.

Set upon 0.81-hectare (2.00 acre) allotment, the property is divided into two separate paddocks with access from Bridge Street and Waterloo Street for the movement of livestock or machinery. A three-bay machinery shed is positioned in the centre of the larger paddock, providing ideal storage options for the new owner of this property. The property is fully fenced with a small amount of established native trees along the northern boundary.

Within a short drive and/or walking distance to the Church Street precinct of Ross, Ross Bridge, Man 'O' Ross Hotel and the Tasmanian Wool Centre. Steeped in the history of convict past, the charming township of Ross attracts tourists and locals alike to experience following a walk along the banks of Macquarie River and/or enjoy a pie from the famous Scallop Pie bakery.

Ross is only a short seven-minute drive north to Campbell Town and is a leisurely 50 minutes' drive from Launceston. The public transport services from Launceston to Hobart pass through Ross daily.

Demand for colonial architecture in the Tasmanian Midlands has been strong in recent times. 'Rosemary Cottage' will be in high demand.

For a copy of the auction conditions or register your interest to bid for this historical property; feel free to contact the listing agent Nick Hay at Harcourts Northern Midlands.

Note: 35 Waterloo Street isn't listed on the Tasmanian Heritage Register.

Council Rates: $TBA p/y approx. Northern Midlands Council.
Year Built: 1860's
Land Size: 0.81 Ha (2.00 acre) approx.
Dwelling Size: 96 Sqm (10.3 squares)
Roof Materials: Galvanised Iron
Wall Material: Stone.
Zoning: 10.0 General Residential.
Council: Northern Midlands Council.
Rental Estimate: $TBA per week.

If you are unable to view the property, we are kindly offering virtual inspections. At this time, if there is anything that we can do to assist with making your buying experience, please let us know.