‘Fernside’ Circa 1870 was originally owned by German settlers. When the original owner died, the property was divided and left to family and friends. In the years leading up to the 1960′s ‘Fernside’ was used as a nunnery until it was sold.

This beautiful, recently renovated “Homestead” presents the perfect opportunity to acquire your very own retreat within 30 minutes of Hobart, with local school and shop within an easy stroll and only 10 minutes to major shopping centers, public and private schools and all other facilities. Of very grand proportions, this extremely spacious home retains most original features including pressed metal ceilings, Baltic pine dados and floorboards, leadlight, deep cornices and open fireplaces successfully combined with modern amenities for easy care living.

With a flexible and versatile floor plan with up to 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 study areas, open plan living/dining, TV room and generous eat-in kitchen with separate preparation area adjacent. Set on a level 9884m allotment with ample water supply, a significant established vegetable garden, numerous fruit trees, vines of eating grapes and a small vineyard of Pinot Noir grapes. An extremely large and fully enclosed sandpit and play area for the children as well as decks and paved entertainment area with access from kitchen/family via French doors allow for many hours of relaxation for all.

The options are varied with this amazing property which would not only be ideal as a beautiful family home, but would also suit those looking to be self sufficient or potentially as a Hobby Farm, Short Term Accommodation or even Bed and Breakfast (STCA). Lifestyle is about choice and this property offers so much!!