MOUNT STUART

8 MOUNT STUART ROAD

ELEGANT and spacious, this two-storey weatherboard home with river views sits high above Hobart in Mount Stuart.

When people talk about kerbside appeal, they might have had this historic home’s facade in mind — simply stunning.

Encased by gorgeous greenery and picket fencing, the entrance to this late 1800s home is immediately inviting.

Entry is via a covered porch. Once inside, the polished timber flooring, high ceilings and ornate accents ooze old-world charm in a modern setting.

Two of the four bedrooms are located off the entry hall.

The upstairs bedrooms feature an abundance of natural warmth and sunlight, with one containing a stunning built-in bookshelf, allowing the room to be used as a living space or home office.

This upper level of the home is serviced by a large bathroom featuring a luxuriously deep step-up spa bath, with gas water heating controls conveniently located nearby.

The upper level has floor-to-ceiling windows, including contemporary triangular architecture, allowing for natural warmth and light to flow throughout the home.

The ground-floor living zone is located at the end of the hall.

The combined dining room has access to a balcony with sweeping views.

A sitting room with a working fireplace is on this level.

Polished granite benchtops and Huon pine cabinetry are highlights in the chef’s kitchen. There is an abundance of space for culinary essentials, ample under-bench storage, a walk-in pantry, double fridge, twin sinks, dishwasher and a five-burner Westinghouse cooktop and oven set back inside a recess to maximise the space.

Downstairs, the lower ground floor is home to two more bedrooms, a bathroom/ laundry and extra storage.

The master suite has uninterrupted garden views, an enviable walk-in dressing room and a stylish ensuite with a double shower, toilet and vanity.

The home enjoys an array of storage options, including multiple linen closets, within the roof cavity, and a wine cellar under the staircase.

The level of comfort this home offers is second-to-none, including underfloor heating in the master bedroom and ensuite, two wall-mounted panel heaters and a gas heater in the dining room.

There is also ducted vacuuming throughout the home.

The established and low-maintenance grounds are a green thumb’s dream, with blossoming florals and colour throughout each season.

The grounds are serviced with an automatic sprinkler system.

Storage for outdoor essentials can be stowed under the house, and the paved barbecue area is the ideal place to entertain or dine alfresco within lush surrounds.

There is off-street parking within the large driveway for multiple vehicles, and security is ensured via the electric gate and an alarm system.