Situated in the Huon Valley only 25 minutes south of Hobart, Grove House is a magnificent example of the Victorian Gothic era of circa 1850. This home was originally built by the first major apple grower in the Huon Valley.

Set on over 2 acres of pastureland, it comprises gables and dormer windows, concave-roofed verandahs and is surrounded by a grand English cottage garden of box hedges, rose archways, dry stone walls and bridges, mature deciduous trees. It also features a lake, pond and three-tiered fountain plus grand stone steps that lead from the lake to the house.

The house itself, is bright and sunny with living areas facing north, featuring open fire places and mantles, ceiling roses, dado board and chair rails, polished floorboards, Austrian blinds and many other period features of this era. Open fire places, wood heater, heat pump, and off peak heating help heat the home.

The feature of the entry is the staircase leading up to the four double bedrooms with a carpet runner, Blackwood handrail and detailed timberwork which entices you to climb its steep ascent to the three double bedrooms and master bedroom. These all have the character of the gabled roof angles, and breathtaking views of the gardens and surrounding mountains. The master bedroom has its own period ensuite and separate washstand and dressing room. Another bathroom with separate shower, bath, washstand and toilet service the other bedrooms which are all in period style.
The large, open country kitchen is very homely and charming with its farmhouse table, plate rack and butchers bench and is offset by an adjoining scullery which features a draining plate rack over a marble top washstand with a circular copper sink. There is also a dishwasher under a Baltic Pine bench.

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