HAVEN A TOP TIME

Escape from the hustle and bustle of city life to the serene sanctuary of this exquisite family-friendly South Hobart home

SOME Hobart homes thrive in summer with their proximity to the beach, others flourish in winter by the roar of an open fire combined with snow-capped mountain views, but this South Hobart home is a treat all year round.

In a setting just minutes from the centre of Hobart, No.517 Huon Road feels like it is a million miles away from the hustle and bustle.

Tall trees, big views, almost 6000sqm of land and nary a neighbour in sight coalesce to create a serene sanctuary.

Charlotte Peterswald for Property senior property representative Debbie Heron described this four-bedroom home as “beautiful in every way”.

“It is absolutely gorgeous,” she said. “The house was built into the rock face, and it is nestled in a position that takes full advantage of the sun and the aspect.

“From the design to the location, the superb quality build and all of the details that can be discovered as you walk through the property, this is an impeccable, well-considered home.

“In winter, on a rainy day with the ghost gums shining and mist hovering above the canopy of the trees, it is absolutely gorgeous.”

The house was constructed primarily of recycled convict bricks, combined with sandstone lintels and numerous Huon pine window frames.

There is double-glazing throughout, as well as quality carpets, jarrah flooring and first-class fixtures and fittings.

Deb said the owner had brought a love of Japanese design and culture into the home’s design. She said it could be seen in the clean-line simplicity of the design, in the use of timber, and in features such as the internal courtyard highlighted by a maple, which is a focal point in one of the property’s wings.

There is also a Japanese-inspired “ofuro” bathroom with a standout Huon pine tub designed for relaxation.

Entry to the property is via a tree-lined driveway, beautiful now but even more impressive in spring and summer when the ornamental pears are in full leaf.

The front door opens to a wide entrance foyer near the internal courtyard, which separates the two distinct wings of the home.

One hallway runs to the right from the entrance, connecting the kitchen, family and adjoining dining area together with a vast living room dominated by a large fireplace.

A bathroom combined with the laundry are also on this level, with the private master retreat elevated on the level above.

The open galley-style kitchen features stunning Huon pine cabinetry and a bespoke central island preparation bench, as well as a newly reconfigured butler’s pantry adjoining the dining and family area.

Sliding doors lead from the living room to the extensive outdoor entertaining area.

A wide veranda protects the owner from the elements, a space that can be used all year round.

The second wing is home to double-sized bedrooms with wardrobes. There is also an additional bedroom and sitting area or office on the top level.

The double garage/workshop has remote-controlled doors, three-phase power and plenty of storage. A spacious single-bedroom self-contained studio sits above the garage — perfect for short-stay or guest accommodation.

Huge boulders form the back retaining wall, with numerous others strategically placed around the property as visual features accompanying the natural surrounds.

An aggregate driveway adjacent to the garage provides off-street parking space.

The front entrance features original sandstone flagstones that create easy access to the home.

The privacy afforded by the surrounding bushland was a key factor for the current owners, with the lush greenery and superb scenery assuring them of a tranquil and enviable lifestyle.

“It is an extremely private home,” Deb said.

“No one can see into the house or even into the yard.

“It has been very well received since hitting the market, a strong level of inquiry.”