Panoramic water views and absolute water frontage combine with a substantial family home on a large allotment of 7016m2 comprising manicured gardens and a tennis court, to create an exceptional lifestyle property on the cusp of Lower Sandy Bay and Taroona. Offered to market for the first time since 1997, this is a home seeking its next occupants to make years of family memories.

Solidly built in 1957, the home is tastefully decorated throughout in neutral tones to enhance its classic ambience and showcase the ever changing vista on view from most rooms. A flexible floorplan offers the very best of contemporary living with multiple, generously proportioned living areas ensuring ample space for larger families, and those with a passion for entertaining family and friends at home.

The well-equipped kitchen with granite benchtops and quality Bosch appliances is contained in a light-filled and spacious open plan living area that is adjacent to the family room with fireplace. Extensive glazing in this part of the home captures the mesmerising water views, opening onto the tiled north-facing terrace leading onto the level front lawn that is perfect for hosting garden parties or playing Bocce on a warm summer’s day!

A separate living room enjoys water views and opens onto the wisteria covered front terrace. The generous formal dining room has polished floorboards and a sandstone fireplace, offering a character filled room for hosting dinner parties. An additional room on the entry level is currently configured as a further flexible living space and is suited as a media room, children’s playroom or alternatively, an additional bedroom. Two double bedrooms on this level both have built-in robe and are serviced by a central family bathroom with spa bath, whilst the third bedroom on this floor has an ensuite and walk-in robe. The laundry with extensive storage completes the floorplan on this level.

The staircase to the upper level reveals the superb master suite with bird’s eye views overlooking the River Derwent. A truly spectacular retreat with walk-in robe, spacious ensuite and private balcony, here you will fall asleep to the lapping of the waves against the shore and awaken to a different view of the Derwent each morning. A second bedroom on this level could be used as a nursery or study.

Enjoying all day sun, a series of landscaped gardens surround the home, adding to the sense of seclusion and privacy. From an established orchard with mature apple, citrus, pear, avocado and crab apple trees to a labyrinth of box hedges, this garden has been lovingly designed to delight the senses and create tranquil places to relax outdoors. A full size tennis court is located in the rear garden and at the front of the property there is a pathway and boat shed providing direct beach access, allowing you to store small water craft, stand up paddle boards or kayaks with ease.

The land size of this allotment also offers development potential STCA. Convenience and modern amenity have been considered both inside and out with central heating, a watering system, and a workshop located underneath the house. Privately positioned behind electric gates, there is a double garage and additional off street parking in the driveway. The shops and amenities of Lower Sandy Bay are only a short distance away and excellent schools and UTAS are within easy reach.

With an unrivalled location, this captivating property is outstanding in every way and presents a truly rare opportunity to acquire a magnificent lifestyle on the shore of the River Derwent, just fifteen minutes from Hobart’s CBD.