LOCATION
Quiet, scenic and serene, where birdsong echoes through the landscape and where the gentle Scamander River dances its way around the property on a constant journey to the sea. This boutique acreage, including three separate dwellings, is only 12 kms from the seaside township of Scamander on Tasmania’s popular North East coast and 30 minutes to St Helens, often referred to as the gateway to the famous Bay Of Fires.
THE PROPERTY
Consisting of three separate dwellings on approximately 13 magical acres, Manna Park represents a quintessential, eco-friendly’ lifestyle choice, with the beauty of a pristine natural environment guaranteed to encourage a slower paced existence. Easily accessed via well-maintained gravel roads, the property boasts privacy with all essential amenities within easy reach. To wander through the beautifully maintained grounds of Manna Park is to be transported to a time past. With the breezes caressing the tops of the spectacular groves of mature pines and brilliant yellow wattle trees, the hypnotic allure of this property is sure to impress the most discerning property connoisseur.
ACCOMMODATION
The main 2-storey homestead proudly occupies a central position within the property, with a spacious 2 bedroom ambient cottage, only a stone’s throw away and rustic the 3 room Shack’ nestled quietly along the approach to the property.
Homestead:
The 6 spacious bedrooms (main downstairs, with walk in robe) and 5 upstairs (4 large doubles and 1 single) are light and airy with wonderful window vistas. With 2 full bathrooms plus 1 shower room, large multi purpose room (with it’s own separate entrance with hot/cold water facility), there is plenty of guest or family accommodation. The huge eat-in’ country kitchen is warm and inviting with constant sunshine and a Scandinavian design caste iron wood heater. The functional laundry is conveniently located, with ample storage throughout the home.
The lounge room also offers space and warmth with an efficient wood heater. The sunroom, accessed via the lounge, is a perfect space for rest, relaxation or reading. Upstairs, the sunny deck and balcony provide outside enjoyment of the extensive rural and bushland views.
Cottage:
A bonus is this two bedroom, fully self contained country cottage, with spacious living areas and viewing deck, it’s own rain water supply and river frontage. The presence of this extra dwelling suggests many options for Manna Park extended family or guest accommodation or as a rental alternative.
The Shack’:
The solid woodman’s shack with 3 rooms, power and rustic charm, is situated on an elevated aspect with valley and mountain views. Adjoining a large double garage with concrete floor, roller doors, power and a separate storage room with it’s own access, this dwelling has the potential for artistic, creative or entrepreneurial endeavours.
SPECIAL FEATURES
This exceptional property is surrounded by the Scamander Forest Reserve and abuts the Scamander River on three sides with riparian water rights for domestic use. There is a private swimming hole and seasonal trout fishing. The existing apple orchard can be nurtured and enlarged to produce quality crops. There is an abundance of deciduous and native trees including mulberry trees. Everywhere the gardens constantly offer a changing array of floral delights depending on the season and the multi paddocks are suitable for a range of applications. The property comes complete with chicken runs with a substantial chicken house and nesting box as well as sheep yards plus pet sheep.
Alfresco entertaining can be a grand occasion with a purpose built chalet style BBQ shelter. The potential to create a serious vegetable garden is assured by a choice of sun filled garden spaces or to transform the Shack’ into a separate studio with the imagination of an artist or craftsperson.
A concrete cellar, two x 5,000 gallon concrete water tanks, 3,500 gallon and 1,100 gallon poly water tanks, 3x 250 gallon galvanised water tanks, plus piping and pump, together with water accessed from the river ensure water supply is plentiful. A double garage with roller doors and a variety of sheds for multi use completes this country story.
With so many outstanding features, this exceptional property offers the discerning purchaser the opportunity to create a lifestyle many seek but only a few ever find.
COME SEE, COME SIGH!!!
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