Just minutes from the centre of the Devonport CBD you will find “River Lodge”, a private and tranquil property set on approx 9 acres. The property is privately positioned with natural bushland to the east and fabulous horse friendly paddocks to the west with your own secluded Don River frontage. The fabulous 31 square craftsman built double story brick family home features fantastic sundrenched downstairs living areas comprising spacious lounge with wall mounted plasma, well equipped kitchen boastings beautiful Tasmanian timbers and large dining which leads to a huge sheltered courtyard. For extra living space the bar room is stunning, modeled with a sawn board rustic interior, delightful open fire place and rustic Huon pine bar. From here through French doors leads you to the spacious North facing entertaining deck, a fabulous spot to relax while overlooking the expansive grounds. The hall way has cathedral ceilings, with a double glazed glass wall overlooking the garden and bushland. The master bedroom is downstairs with large walk in robe, separate wc and elegant bathroom which has been recently renovated to the highest of standards and features a luxurious claw foot bath. The adjacent laundry is spacious and has great storage. A wonderful sweeping crafted wooden staircase leads to the first floor and three large bedrooms with built-ins and loads of built in storage nooks. There is a great family bathroom close to the bedrooms and a huge functional study or 5th bedroom with extensive bookcase shelving. All upstairs rooms are large, bright and spacious. The home has beautiful easy maintenance well established gardens which surround the fabulous courtyard. There is a large undercover carport for 2 vehicles, and plenty of extra parking on the surrounding bitumen for multiple cars, boats or a motorhome. The neat glasshouse is next to the large fully enclosed vegetable garden, with adjoining tool shed and chook house. The property has a huge man cave that consists of large machinery shed with roller doors, rumpus, built in kitchen plus shower, vanity and toilet. This area would make an ideal studio or teenage retreat.
The surrounding 9 acres are well fenced with wallaby proof wire and is divided into 3 paddocks suitable for horses, cattle or sheep. At the foot of the property where it meets the Don River is access to a disused railway line that runs through a wonderland of wilderness to the Tasmanian Arboretum at Melrose. This track is perfect for mountain biking or bush walking. The property has town, tank and bore water and electric, gas or wood heating. The owners are prepared to trade assets. A large inviting foyer, security system, small pond and a level dressage area add just a few of the finishing touches to this fabulous private and tranquil property just minutes from all city conveniences. For further details and a private inspection please call the listing agent Jason Jones.