How could you not fall in love with this gorgeous home? There is something incredibly romantic about this unconventional historic sandstone home, surrounded by these botanical, sun-drenched gardens across the road from the Hobart Rivulet Walking Track. Rich in 1840's Georgian character, and beautifully refurbished and restored over the past 21 years to exacting standards by the current owners, here you will absolutely fall in love with the cottage ambiance, incredible gardens, sunny aspect and natural construction materials! The location is ever so convenient with a carport and second entry off MacFarlane Street, which is where you can really appreciate the full extent of the idyllic, established garden setting. If you are after a home without stairs, this is not the one for you! Level entry off Cascade Road to the three upstairs bedrooms and beautifully renovated bathroom (with underfloor heating), all with fireplaces, lends itself to using one bedroom as a second living space if you only needed two bedrooms.
The original staircase leads down to the lower level where you have another two living spaces that could easily alternate between lounge and formal dining/family. The tiled dining room doubles as a sunroom with luxurious underfloor heating and skylights to make the most of the natural lighting that streams into this area. A cut out in the sandstone wall between the dining and kitchen spaces displays the thick sandstone walls that formed part of the original home and was once the external wall. A portable island bench and loads of cupboards, add to the almost farmhouse style feel of this kitchen, incorporating plate racks, Miele appliances, Ilve electric oven with gas hotplates set into the old fireplace and understair storage for kitchen extras. Step back into a bygone era from here to the family room which showcases the natural sandstone walls and timber beams that have held steadfast since the 1840's, with double french doors that open out into the side garden. Adjoining this family room is a big cellar and store room with a port window - just the space you need for all those incidentals you want to keep dry and safe inside - even the shelving stays!
The lounge on this level has a wood heater that would certainly warm you on a cold winters night and again has the beautiful exposed sandstone walls that radiate the character and natural beauty of this very special residence. Opening picture pane windows allow the garden colours, aromas and sounds of birdlife to drift inside. A stunning suitably styled bathroom befitting of its era is also on this level for added convenience, and again includes underfloor heating, a shower over the bath, sandstone features, a barn door, granite vanity benchtop and a door to outside if you wanted to invite fresh air inside. Natural gas hot water, hot plates and gas heating add to the convenience and ease of living here.
The downstairs windows have been replaced and double glazed while the upstairs windows are original, in keeping with the heritage significance of the property. Stepping outside from the dining room onto the practical spotted gum decking, you will be "Wowed" by the gorgeous colourful gardens that have been lovingly established over the past few decades. The fully automated irrigation system has the ability to activate and be controlled remotely, so you can be the master of your own garden no matter where you are! Levels of decking step down to a covered deck area which houses a second enclosed "barbeque" kitchen, designed to keep the cooking smells outside the main residence in the comfort of an enclosed space for all weather use. And rest easy knowing your single carport comes with additional lockable storage, ideal for your garden belongings, with high gates and fencing, ensuring privacy and safety for your loved ones. The garden that surrounds this home is a real treat with a vast number of floral varieties including Peony roses, Ginkgo, Silver Birch trees and a Dove tree to highlight but a few. Explore the gardens and the lawns that beckon you to throw down a picnic rug, lie in the sun and surrounded yourself by all this beauty.
Every detail in the refurbishment and restoration of this home reflects the love and respect for its heritage that the current owners have poured into it - making living here not only easy and comfortable but also practical. Experience the charm, feel the beauty, and embrace the convenience of your future home at 39 Cascade Road in picturesque South Hobart. Your dream is closer than you think!
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