Positioned in the sought after location that is Bourke St, within walking distance to the Launceston CBD, cafes, supermarkets, the Cataract Gorge & parks; this unassuming property from the outside provides a rich history that adds such charm and appeal to this inner city residence.
Built in 1900 and formally known as “Hythe School,” a private school building that was built by Captain Barwood (A councillor, harbourmaster & commodore in Launceston) for his daughter to follow her passion of teaching; it was converted into a residence in 1914.
Providing 2 bedrooms at the front, as you walk in the home captures you with its high ceilings and old world charm. Refurbished only 3 years ago with modern kitchen & bathroom, heating is provided through Daikin heat pump in the lounge room and wood fire in the kitchen/dining. With deep backyard providing plenty of scope for improvement you have beautiful views looking east towards the city & Brickfields park.
With on street parking outside the property and the opportunity for future off street parking if the new purchaser desires, this low maintenance, quaint residence is sure to pull heart strings the moment you step inside – it’s certainly a unique offer we haven’t seen in a long time.