On the doorstep of Kingston, about 5 minutes from Kingston beach and about 15 minutes to the Hobart CBD, this lovely home on just over 17 acres has all the attributes of the countryside yet is so close to a major city.
With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the family home occupies 3 levels and is attractively presented. The lower level is a family rumpus area, with plenty of storage, opening out onto its own attractive terrace. The first floor is at entry level, with easy, flat access from the garages and large turning area at the top of the driveway. On this level you will find the very attractive kitchen, dining and living room as well as access to both decks overlooking the gorgeous view. Also on this level is a bedroom, large bathroom with family sized spa bath, separate toilet, and laundry.
The basic Cape Cod style of the home is mostly seen on the upper level with 2 larger bedrooms, a middle bedroom, (or an excellent large study if preferred), and family bathroom. Soaring views over the valley across Kingston and the bay beyond can be seen from all 3 levels, but especially well from the dormer windows in these rooms waking up to a new day here would be a real treat.
Heating is by a well placed wood fire on the lower level that heats the whole house from the ground up. A reverse cycle air-conditioner provides alternative heating and cooling on the first floor. Additional wall panel heaters are found in the family room for mild to cool days when you don't want to light the fire but want to warm the house slightly. Of course, there is a great wood supply on the 17 acre property.
Two covered decks run along the length of the house both front and back with a larger deck for entertaining to the side, all overlooking a gorgeous terraced garden. Beyond this garden is a paddock with two dams and outbuildings including hay shed and stable/animal shelter. Chooks are well catered for and they can free-range beautifully and safely in the well-fenced garden and fully enclosed orchard. An efficient hot-house provides an excellent start for the more tender plants for the vegetable patch and raised garden beds. Two garages and a carport cater for the family cars, all with easy and level access to the house.
Other lovely features are a contemplation terrace on the rhododendron and camellia filled bank behind the house and, of course, peace and tranquility and a marvelous array of bird and wild life. The lofty, elevated property with private, end of road position imparts a great sense of space and well-being. If this were the 1970's we would be saying this property has great vibes
- Lovely rural / water views
- Cape Cod style home on about 17 acres
- 2 living, gorgeous kitchen, big spa bath
- Paddocks, stable, hay shed, 2 dams
- Enclosed orchard, vege gardens, hothouse
Year built: 2002
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