470 Bakers Creek Road

Lucaston TAS 7109

Phone enquiry code for this property:6149 Drive through Lucaston past chestnut and cherry orchards to arrive at this 2/3 bedroom storybook stone cottage. Set on 3.47 acres with a lovely mix of tall timbers, pasture and a permanent creek along the boundary that invites you to enjoy birdsong, visiting wildlife, the sounds of cascading water and much much more. The entry area to this delightful home is light and airy, with antique Chinese slate floors that lead to the generous open living spaces. Cooking for family and friends will be a joy in the bespoke kitchen with its quality appliances, breakfast bar, 6 meters of work surface, and an abundance of storage for all your summer preserves and homemade produce. Hardwood floors flow through from the dining area to the newly carpeted living area and lounge room, a radiant wood heater has been set into a beautiful solid stone fireplace surround. Double glazing throughout, insulation, gas hot water and stove top make for energy efficiency and comfort through all seasons. Wooden French doors open out onto a fabulous 11 x 6 metre raised entertainment deck, great for an adult, children and pet to play. The view from here across this property to the magnificent manferns nestled down by your own creek is enhanced at night by several spotlights that illuminate the forest letting you spy on the resident tawny frogmouth, wombat and wallabies scampering about. The second story presents two generous sized bedrooms (master 6.5 x 4 meters and second 3.5 x 3.5 meters) with exposed beams and picturesque dorma windows. There is a separate 3 x 3.5 meter office/ craft room with a floor to ceiling feature window that fills the room with natural light and ample space to set it up with a day bed for visiting guest. Ample room for an ensuit. This property is an ideal small hobby farm with an additional 8 x 3-metre workshop (concrete floor), potting shed, a wood store hut and a largely covered chicken run. An expansive terraced area has been designed to establish an enclosed easy access fruit orchard and organic food forest. Potter in the garden beds, cook marshmallows by the fire pit area and enjoy getting to know the wonderful locals, who will be much missed by the owners who are moving on for a new adventure after seven years of loving Lucaston. This spacious cottage is conveniently located 10 minutes from the township of Huonville which provides schools, supermarkets, health services, library, bakeries, vet, cafes and Huon River activities. The school bus stop is 2 minutes away and less than 30 minutes gets you to Hobart. Completely renovated in a modern neutral palette with new dishwasher, oven, gas hot water system, and a 7, 500-gallon poly rainwater tank pump. This charming home is ready to move in and make it your own while enjoying the Tassie tree change lifestyle. Lucaston is renowned as one of the most picturesque neighbourhoods in the Huon Valley. A family home made of stone in such an idyllic setting won't last long. Send an enquiry now to book a private inspection. Phone enquiry code for this property:6149