This wonderfully preserved example of Federation architecture was built for owners in 1890 as a statement of the style and success of the era. The (Edwardian) Style was named after King Edward at the time, and the term ‘Federation’ coincided with Australia becoming a nation of its own in 1901.
On land carefully selected for prominence and panoramic views of the district – ‘Mountford’ comprises the homestead and outbuildings from a once large rural settlement on an easy care 3 acres of pasture now remaining, suited to those seeking a peaceful and semi rural lifestyle within 25 minutes of Hobart and suburbs and in an historic setting.
First time offered since 2001, ‘Mountford’ has benefitted by recent owners updating the kitchen, pantry and living areas to a high standard in country homestead style, while maintaining the original features of the home and gardens including veranda’s, ceiling roses, baltic pine skirting boards, architraves and polished timber floors to name just a few defining features of these popular, period homes.
The residence offers 3 living areas with a sunny kitchen/ding area opening onto a veranda through double French doors, overlooking a garden flush with spring bulbs, a fish pond and fruit trees now busting with Spring blossom. The formal lounge has a still functional fire place whereas the family room offers a toasty, combustion wood heater kept well supplied by local firewood providers. 4 large double bedrooms – the master with ‘his and hers’ walk in robes are presented in good condition.
The 5 outbuildings of ‘Mountford’ were built with the same attention to style as the residence. The 11M x 14.5M shearing shed might well be featured in a book of ‘Australiana’ such is the character of the building and setting, well matched by the delightful potting shed with outside toilet, chicken coop, general store and garage all of which are themed to the house colours, albeit ready for a fresh paint job.
Using town supply, ‘Mountford’ still collects it’s own water which is stored in tanks – only taking town water to top up if and when required. So if a town and country life style
is your destiny then ‘Mountford’ will offer the honour and privilege of caring for a home of historical significance to Mangalore and the Southern Midlands Municipality.
Call Jim Playsted for an inspection. 0437 222600