Imagine the grandeur and elegance of a bygone era reinterpreted as the backdrop for a stylish and comfortable contemporary lifestyle – this is what you will discover at 3 Lasswade Avenue. Under the vision of architects Studio Ilk, within the framework of this stately 120 year old Federation Queen Anne home, beautiful original period details have been retained and juxtaposed with modern embellishments to enhance liveability and luxury. Finishes are impeccable and elemental, with magnificent Kauri timber floors, the dramatic original blackwood staircase, soaringly high ceilings, and statement Tasmanian oak wall panelling. The eclectic use of such modern details as distinctive Louis Poulsen and Brand Van Egmond pendant lights, lavish porcelain tiles in all four bathrooms, steel and glass, and a neutral palette creates cohesion throughout.

The ground floor is firmly focused on elevated living and entertaining – from the opulent stained glass windows surrounding the imposing front door of the entrance hall, that opens through an archway to gracious separate formal rooms. The living room strikingly features a decorative inglenook fireplace and a glorious bay window – the perfect position from which to appreciate the fabulous view. The dining room, boasts detailed wall panelling and French doors, which bring the outside in. In addition, there’s another versatile room that could be utilised as either a library, media room or 4th bedroom – you choose. A cleverly located bathroom is positioned behind the staircase. A wide, meticulously restored veranda spans the front façade and connects the established plantings, terrace and lawns to the garden pavilion, which blurs the boundaries between inside/outside and maximises the far reaching river views. It is also the link to the lift, which services the double garage and storage area.

Downstairs, it really is the high spec kitchen annexe that takes centre stage and it is testimony to a contemporary design aesthetic, which has been integrated seamlessly into the heritage framework. Here, polished concrete floors, stone benchtops, streamlined bespoke joinery and state of the art kitchen appliances work with the modern materials of steel, glass, timber and feature brickwork to create a stunning, albeit more casual family/ dining space. Glass steel framed sliding doors open out to a private, stone flagged sun trap courtyard complete with established citrus trees and hedges. Cleverly integrated is a European style laundry, powder room and an expansive storeroom.

Upstairs, prepare to be cosseted by the luxurious bedroom appointments, which wouldn’t be out of place in a six-star hotel. Off the central landing, with it’s unique heart shaped detail in the heritage blackwood balustrade, is the fabulous master suite – a wonderful, relaxing bedroom space where the windows frame magical water views. There’s a luxurious ensuite bathroom and a plethora of spacious his and hers built in wardrobe options in the separate dressing room. Additionally, there are two beautiful and generous bedrooms, which also feature well designed and beautifully executed bespoke joinery, one with it’s own ensuite that includes a full size bathtub and the other with access to a separate bathroom. A very practical study is also located on this level and there is the option of a lift if you don’t fancy taking the grand staircase.

This stunning residence is perfectly climate controlled with a blend of gas hydronic panel heating, gas fireplaces, ducted reverse cycling and floor heating. The residence has also been designed to be extremely low maintenance incorporating only the finest fixtures, fittings and materials.

This magnificent home is located in the beating heart of Sandy Bay in a very covetable location - an easy walk to the shopping and restaurant precinct, schools, parks and yacht clubs, along with being very accessible to Hobart city.

The vendor reserves the right to accept an offer prior to the Expressions of Interest closing date.