A FAMILY AFFAIR

A Bellerive Bluff 1907-built family sized gem by the riverside … and with a tennis court, too? This gorgeous home ticks every box.

JARRAD BEVAN

TIGHTLY held and supremely prestigious, the chance to buy a historic home such as this one is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Victoria Esplanade runs along the riverside and is home to a collection of heritage homes that are among Hobart’s finest.

No.7 is the type of property that people aspire to owning — especially families.

In the past 35-plus years this Esplanade home has been sold only a handful of times.

Petrusma Property director Jake Towns describes this four-bedroom, 1907-built beauty as a prime example of what people are looking for when property hunting in this prestige neighbourhood.

He sees Bellerive Bluff as “the Battery Point of Hobart’s Eastern Shore”.

Mr Towns feels strong demand, coupled with only a small number of homes, fans the flames of desire for daydreaming property lovers.

He says everyone who has inspected the home has said how much they love it.

“The Bluff is a dream location for many people,” he said.

“It is such a rare opportunity to buy a home here, especially one of this size and quality … and in Victoria Esplanade even more so.

“It has only just launched, but we have already had some genuine, serious inquiries for this outstanding home.

“This is one of the most beautiful historic homes in Hobart.”

This stunning property features multiple entertaining areas, indoor and out, plus an immaculately kept garden.

The lush lawns are bound to inspire envy while the colourful array of plantings adds privacy and beauty to the home’s surrounds.

While absolutely full of the charm and character of yesteryear, the home is also perfect for modern living with luxurious updates to keep a family comfortable and some wonderful bonuses, such as the tennis court or spa bath.

Entry to the home is via a huge 73sq m deck that runs the length of the water side of the home.

For lovers of period features there is plenty to enjoy, such as the sandstone in the grounds or the house’s very high ceilings, ceiling roses, archways, leadlight windows, timber floorboards, fireplaces and a master bedroom bay window with a bench seat.