The stunning residence was the original Kempton Post Office, built in 1870 and was extended years thereafter to include a large formal dining, kitchen, bathroom and utility area. Much of the material used in the original home is from local convict labour including the convict floor boards which remain in beautifully preserved condition today.

With such a long and rich history, it is unsurprising that the home’s 981m2 grounds are adorned with mature English gardens and established shade trees. A tea area is situated at the bottom of the garden amongst thick, fragrant beds of lavender, an abundance of roses and carefully manicured lawns.
Inside, the kitchen has been sympathetically renovated in-keeping with the heritage appeal of the residence. The new kitchen is ‘French Provincial’ in style and features highest quality cabinetry, 900mm chef’s gas cooktop and oven and a very tasteful colour palette that pulls together the old-time appeal of the home with lashings of modern luxury.

Downstairs you have three large bedrooms all with working open fire places, wide inviting entrance hall and country kitchen and colossal formal dining area. Two classic living areas, one being of huge proportions, with both offering slow burning combustion fires placed in the original open fire places. The bathroom boasts both elegance and style and there is also a utility area that then leads to upstairs where there is a study area and a huge loft-style fourth bedroom that would make an ideal parents retreat… offering the most stunning timber windows and a gorgeous outlook over the rolling hills.

At the rear of the garden is a self-contained chalet containing a timber-lined, kitchen, bathroom and living area, with a powered workshop adjoining. There’s also a beautiful double-garage featured at the rear of the gardens that was originally stables for the Post Master’s delivery horses, comprising of large wooden doors with its own dorma windows above. The stairs to the side lead up to a substantial studio space perfect for the hobbyist.

The house is awash with warming sunlight and retains its nostalgic old-world feel. This property is a must see while it remains on the market. This beautiful residence is situated in the pretty country town of Kempton and being only 25 minutes to Hobart’s Northern Suburbs. The community has so much to offer including the local primary school, post office, doctor, general store, antique shops, B&B, art school, council chambers, tavern, parks and public transport.

Offering a “at home” feel the minute you walk through the door, prepare to fall in love, this unique property has so much to offer so call now to arrange your chance to view this striking property.