Bankhouse Manor 1888 circa is a National Trust listed building and Australias last remaining all timber bank construction in the heart of the arts, tourist village of historic Derby in northeast Tasmania.
This solid, charming building, on deep bedrock, of approx 27 squares, is situated on two prime blocks on one title (a combined land area of 2024m2) with cultivated grounds overlooking and direct access to, a wildlife enriched, river and ancient, dynamic landscape.
Bankhouse Manor specialises in original arts, crafts, antiques and collectables, Chinese Museum, art gallery space, pottery studio, luxury bed breakfast available, 4 large bedrooms, 4th currently as a 10 seater dining room, (two up two down) laundry open plan kitchen with living room, lounge room, drawing room, two toilets, one large luxurious bathroom and a spacious 3-car garage/workshop, adjoining a backpacker, 6- bed bunkhouse for the young backpackers. Tons of storage space. Food licence.
The home and business is the complete package, inspiring a flourish of creative expression amidst a growing and diverse regional community, keen to preserve the tin mining heritage. Tourists to the region number approx, 22,000 with a considerable increase expected with the opening of the new Tin Centre in Derby.
Bankhouse Manor has been restored by the current owner/arts historian and reflects the period of its day. It is a favourite venue for Chinese pilgrims, school tours, discerning globetrotters and the whole family, et al. Lush mountain views, well kept parklands, recreational lake are within a few minutes walking to all essential services.
Bankhouse Manor made for the aspiring/professional/ couple looking for a challenge in hospitality and tourism to the retiree/s who seek an idyllic, self-sufficient lifestyle.
Selling as a Walk In Walk Out offer.
This property is a MUST SEE MUST FEEL one-off gem. Call Col Edwards 0418 530 560 or Bill Long 0419 577 553.