Ivy Cottage and Stables – Well situated in the historic township of Richmond, just 20 minutes from Hobart and 15 minutes from the airport, is Ivy Cottage and the original stables, an early nineteenth century single storey Victorian Georgian cottage. A classic example of the period (circa 1834), the well proportioned cottage has a verandah to the street and central door flanking double hung windows. All the original cedar wood work is well preserved in the colonial windows, doors, architraves and fire surrounds making this property very special indeed. The home offers comfortable accommodation with three double bedrooms off the central hall and a spacious family room with dining and open plan kitchen. The spacious bathroom is in character with an old style claw and ball bathtub. There is a leafy courtyard and quant brick pathways between the cottage and the stables. Converted some years ago, the stables are now self contained with a cosy living area opening to a kitchen and on the first level is a bedroom and spa ensuite. Currently operating as ‘Richmond Cottages’ visitor accommodation the property is for sale as a residence or as a business. This property offers many options, for example, live in the cottage and continue with offering accommodation in the Stables. For more information contact Chris Huxtable on 0427 001 122.

In 1824 the township of Richmond in the Coal River Valley was named and land grants to settlers encouraged settlement in the area. Awareness of the significance of Richmond’s heritage began to develop in the 1970s and the township became the destination for those interested in arts and crafts with Galleries opening. Today Richmond is a wonderful heritage town at the heart of the Coal River Valley and is surrounded with highly successful vineyards, accommodation, restaurants, services and many attractions just 20 minutes from Hobart and 15 minutes from the airport.