Mercury (Hobart) - Property

BONNET HILL

8-10 TARONGA ROAD

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AMONG the larger residentia­l titles at Bonnet Hill is this 2.1ha property with a sealed private access leading to a secluded home.

Held by the present owner since 2006, this three-or-more bedroom property reveals a mostly fenced sanctuary-like setting, enjoying the music of native birdlife in the morning sunshine amid a selection of natural bush and gently sloping grounds.

A defining highlight of this property is an enchanting and securely fenced running-water feature behind the residence, framed in a stone-paved courtyard, recovered from a former convict-excavated small quarry dating back to the probation station era.

Within this magical setting is a modern brick residence of three bedrooms and three bathrooms. With minor alteration­s it could easily become five bedrooms.

The home was designed to blend with the surroundin­gs and provide loads of natural light through panoramic windows and skylights.

It features slate and terracotta tile floors, high-end kitchen and bathroom upgrades, Daikin airconditi­oning and quality European appliances. It is beautifull­y decorated and furnished with an eclectic selection of artistic and personal tastes.

A two-car lock-up garage and security system throughout will ensure the safekeepin­g of the premises, tools and equipment.

Including accommodat­ion downstairs, the expansive 364sqm floor plan incorporat­es a parents’ retreat upstairs. Access is via a glass atrium-encased staircase where the master bedroom includes an ensuite, private lounge and study or a second bedroom, and a secluded private deck overlookin­g the grounds — perfect for relaxing with a favourite book.

A second lounge downstairs is warmed by b a cosy wood combustion heater. There T is also a den or a library.

The kitchen and dining areas are open-plan spaces, easily catering to larger group events and opening to a choice of outdoor areas in front of and behind the h home — ideal for a variety of w weather conditions.

Scarcely 40 titles make up the Taronga Road precinct of historic Bonnet Hill overlookin­g the entrance to the River Derwent.

These mostly generous titles of the Bonnet Hill slopes enjoy all-day sun and a privileged semi-rural setting just 20 minutes by car from the Hobart CBD.

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