MODERNIST 1950s CLASSIC ON LARGE LEAFY BLOCK WITHIN CLOSE WALKING DISTANCE OF SOUTH HOBART RETAIL STRIP
Nestled amongst some of Hobart's finest historic residential estates, sits this fabulous mid-century home. The house, designed and built by the architect in 1953, was heavily influenced by the timeless Marcel Breuer 'butterfly house' showcased at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Occupied by the same owners for the past 28 years and having had only three owners , this represents a rare opportunity to acquire a free-flowing, solar passive home with genuine architectural pedigree, within an ultraconvenient and quiet residential area, walking distance to vibrant South Hobart village and also the city centre. The property also features a highly desirable modern free standing self-contained studio, formerly utilised as self-contained visitor accommodation and ideal for extended families or those desiring a brilliant home office. This brick and sandstone home features a distinctive modernist aesthetic, notable for its butterfly roof, excellent natural sunlight enhanced by its large windows, versatile floor plan and period features, inclusive of Huon pine window frames, Tasmanian Oak flooring, double fronted sandstone fireplaces and a Mondrian dining room ceiling. Modern inclusions comprise: back to base alarm, Daikin AC, off-peak heating, stunning contemporary bathroom and fully insulated ceiling. Accommodation consists of: entry into a spacious lounge room with floor to ceiling glazing overlooking a courtyard, a functional open fire-place, elevated study also with functional fireplace and pleasant district views, an open plan kitchen-dining-family living zone bathed in both morning and afternoon light and which includes a kitchen with granite benchtops, pantry and adjacent laundry, three double bedrooms (each with built in robes) separate toilet and a superb fully tiled bathroom incorporating large shower recess and free-standing bath. Complimenting the main home is a contemporary self-contained studio with its own deck, garden shed, garage-store area beneath the main floor line, off street parking for two vehicles, two courtyards and established gardens including two magnificent oak trees. This is indeed a rare chance to acquire a much loved and architecturally celebrated family home (and studio) in a coveted residential pocket, offering an enviable life style.The information represented for the property has been obtained from what St Andrews Estate Agents believe to be reliable sources. However, St Andrews Estate Agents are unable to guarantee complete accuracy and recommend prospective purchasers undertake their own enquiries.
