Built at the turn of the last century as a gentleman’s residence, Bellerive House has been magnificently restored by its current owners and for the past 10 years has been operating as a luxury bed and breakfast, hosting guests from all parts of the world who want a high-end quality accommodation experience.
It is a superb Heritage-listed building, featuring all of the beautiful hallmarks of the Federation period thanks to a restoration and renovation with great attention to detail and an appreciation of the era. Original fireplaces, celery top pine floorboards, ceiling cornices all feature throughout the property, complemented with antiques, rich silk fabrics and beautiful colours and textures in fittings and furnishings.
As a BandB, it has a premium location on Cambridge Road with beautiful views over the River Derwent and Mount Wellington – Hobart landmarks that lend their names to two of the guest suites. It is 10 minutes to the airport and a central point or base to explore the city and beyond on day trips.
On the second level, there are three double guest bedrooms, all with elegant five-star ensuites and beautifully furnished in a mixture of antiques and purpose-built furniture. They have under-floor heating, heated towel rails and panel heaters for a cosy experience. The Mount Wellington suite has a free standing bath and double vanity unit. It is spacious and classy.
Downstairs is an elegant guest sitting room overlooking the beautiful gardens, a breakfast room/dining room and an exquisite modern yet country style kitchen featuring Silestone granite benchtops, central island bench with skylight, Bosch double ovens with Smeg rangehood and a slate floor. French doors lead to a lovely courtyard with rose-framed verandah, double carport and electric gates for convenience.
Also on the ground floor is the owner’s retreat which includes a sitting room, office, bedroom, bathroom and walk in wardrobe.
It is not hard to see why the business has such strong demand year round providing a solid income for its owners.