Last Listing description (December 2021)
Featuring a modernist design inspired by the Barcelona Pavilion of Mies van der Rohe, and Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater, this unique pavilion-style home is located in an elevated position that provides an ever-changing panoramic outlook over the Derwent River to Hobart City and of Mount Wellington.
"Grown out of the ground and into the light", this unique large residence exudes elegance with a crisp white and glass exterior that is perfectly balanced against stone and timber, and surrounded by native trees.
Inside, an exceptionally well planned layout is spread over three levels that provide a clear delineation between access, living, entertaining and private escape.
Rising up the centre stairwell, you discover space and light are strong attributes of the property's middle floor, with a vast open plan kitchen with pantry, dining and lounge area with river facing terrace.
Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors off the dining area invite a seamless flow to the private large timber deck and entertaining space, with an established garden making this outdoor area the perfect place for a summer soiree within easy eye sight of the children's play area.
Additional features of the centre level is a carpeted family room, the ideal media or play area with leafy garden views. Adjacent, there is also a powder room and separate laundry with external access.
Privately located on the top floor you will find three good size bedrooms, and another lounge room with deck area. This second lounge could also suit use as a home office and potential fourth bedroom.
Each bedroom is afforded wardrobe storage and access to a spacious family bathroom with freestanding bath and frameless walk-in shower.
The master suite is also benefits from natural light, generous walk-in robe, and the opportunity for its new owner to compete the already waterproofed and plumbed en suite bathroom.
Additional features of this stunning property include high performance insulation, energy efficient reverse cycle reverse-cycle air conditioning, and a 5kW solar power system that can provide neutral to negative summer power bills.
Such a sophisticated property is rarely offered to market, and purchasers seeking a contemporary home that provides the opportunity for their own finishing touches to be made are strongly encouraged to make an inspection.
- Highly efficient 6.9 start energy rating
- Double glazed windows and doors
- Spectacular views that cannot be built out
- 20 PV panels in 5kW solar power system
- Multiple deck spaces, perfect for entertaining
- In-slab hydronic heating system
- Polished concrete floors under vinyl flooring
- Category 5 data cabling throughout
- Wired for garden lighting and automatic gates
- Top quality kitchen appliances
- Additional rumpus or fourth bedroom option
- Landscaped gardens with level backyard
- Secure double garage and level turning circle
- Minutes to local shops, cafes, schools and the beach
- Conveniently located, only 15 minutes to Hobart CBD
Year Built: 2011
Construction: Brick, Board and Timber
Roof: Colourbond
Annual Council Rates: $2,500 approximately
Annual Tas Water Rates: $1,300 approximately
Get to know Howrah
Located on the Eastern Shore, Howrah is a beachside suburb with so much on offer, including Shoreline Plaza, cafes, schools, childcare, beaches, gym, bowls club and tennis club. Howrah is a friendly and thriving suburb on the highly sought-after eastern shore.