Built circa 1916 by northern midlands pastoralists as their southern beach retreat, this classic federation home takes pride of place at Kingston Beach. Situated on the rise at the southern end of the beach, the house faces north, not only maximising the sunshine, but also capturing the stunning views of the entire beach across the bay to the southern end of the Alum Cliffs and encompassing the Derwent River and the hills of the eastern shore beyond. Beautiful gardens sweep down towards the beach and Osborne Esplanade, giving easy pedestrian access, while vehicular access is at the rear via James Avenue.
The main entrance to the home is via the magnificent verandah at the front of the home while access via the mudroom at the rear leads into a generous hallway and the spacious rooms along the front of the home with their panoramic views. These comprise the dining room plus two large bedrooms, two of the rooms having bay windows opening onto the sweeping verandah/balcony that extends around three sides of the home. There is an ensuite bathroom to the primary bedroom, with a third bedroom also having access to this facility, while a family bathroom is off the long hallway. The kitchen has been recently renovated and while maintaining the integrity of the home's era, it has embraced 21st Century facilities and style. A cool-room/pantry is one of three utility rooms at the rear of the home with scope for further development, while the current floorplan with its three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a study, dining and living room is quite flexible. Beneath the verandah is an accommodation retreat comprising kitchen/sitting room, double bedroom and a bathroom, while a separate workshop is accessed through a side door. A well established vegetable and herb garden is close to the kitchen and is securely fenced, protecting it from wildlife.
Located at popular Kingston Beach, the property is within easy walking distance of not only the beach and related water activities, including the nearby sailing club, but also the shops, cafés, restaurants and various services that the beachside village has to offer. The Kingston business precinct is a 5 minute drive away with its retail, financial, medical, commercial and social services, while the Hobart CBD is only 15 minutes' drive up the highway. 43 Osborne Esplanade has been owned by the same family since 1952; this is a wonderful opportunity to purchase one of the most admired properties at Kingston Beach
