'The Back Acre' on Chapel Street is truly a unique offering and home to the same family for over 50 years, the longest period of continuous ownership and testament to the family's attachment to this intriguing property...
An early settler William Overell obtained the original land grant of 400 acres with successive owners establishing orchards, the Oswell family the most notable.
The property now sits on 4746 sqm with accommodation comprising 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, one of them a spacious spa bathroom ensuite complements the master bedroom wing ...a separate laundry services the accommodation. A delightful and cosy sitting room or snug has a fireplace with stairs leading to the two dormer bedrooms. From here, there are some lovely river vistas.
Set well back from the street, a long driveway heightens anticipation of something special...the entrance bordered by lawn with pretty gardens just visible from this aspect.
A tranquil, leafy setting lends an English 'country feel', the original dwelling of convict brick c1830s has had several weatherboard additions and is now a spacious family residence with a choice of living areas. The roof is a double gable and skillion structure of galvanised iron. A substantial split-level studio in the grounds and built in 1990 has potential STCA to perhaps become self-contained but is currently used as a workshop/ garage and craft room aloft. There is a divine little cubby house, a chicken run as well as loads of additional storage including a woodpile, 2 secure sheds, compost facilities and a 4-bay carport!
There are a selection of generous living areas including a sunroom which opens to an expansive sandstone terrace with a built-in barbecue area and an in-ground swimming pool 3 meters deep at one end with infrastructure for solar heating in place. A small change room and aviary add to the appeal of a dedicated recreational space for entertainment.
A lovely sunny north westerly aspect, the perfect orientation for living and dining alfresco. Chase the sun and mood with fabulous nooks dotted around the established gardens to enjoy periods of quiet reflection.
A gorgeous little courtyard off the kitchen is a sun trap, a quiet sheltered spot totally private and really inviting. Useful storage in the vicinity includes a freestanding small home office and green house convenient to the raised vegetable and kitchen garden which gives way to a really expansive lawn on the rear boundary.
The interiors are full of character in keeping with the history of the property. The 'eat in 'kitchen is super spacious, with updated appliances, a walk-in pantry and slate tiles. The bathrooms have also enjoyed an upgrade too, however there is fabulous potential to add further value, with the floor plan flexible extending over 2 levels which may well be configured differently to cater to individual needs and circumstances.
Number 141 is a veritable oasis and represents an escape from suburbia right in the heart of the city of Glenorchy with comprehensive retail and services just a few minutes by car or bicycle to stores and cafes. Green open space at Chapel Street Reserve is just a leisurely stroll across the street and the CBD fringe is 20 minutes by public or private transport. World famous MONA is a mere 4 kilometres... take the bike path there to see extraordinary exhibits or dine riverside.
An incredible opportunity presents to acquire a very special property. Sub-divisional potential is worth exploring or perhaps prospective purchasers may wish to enjoy the vast open space perfect for a family or keen gardeners!
Property ID: #L20598620
