74 Risdon Road

New Town TAS 7008

Presented here at 74 Risdon Road is the chance to own a piece of Hobart s early history. The award-winning restoration of Lauderdale Cottage has created a modern home etched with character, and endless opportunities for an entrepreneur.
Built in 1844 by local mill owner John Mezger, Lauderdale Cottage has had only five owners in over 170 years. Set on 2.41 hectares of relatively flat land, the sandstone cottage underwent a major renovation in 2006, meeting strict restoration guidelines imposed by the Tasmanian Heritage Council. In 2009 it won the Tasmanian Master Builders Award for Excellence in Heritage Listed or Period Home Restoration/Renovation Open Value.
Approaching through the circular driveway, the handsome Georgian fa ade presents symmetrical windows either side of the entry. Through the timber front door is a carpeted foyer, with a sitting room to the right and lounge to the left. The lounge, known as the Blue Room, is lined with ornate custom-made and hung wall paper, designed to match the original wallpaper, a strip of which is on display and preserved beneath perspex. An elaborate ceiling rose, open fireplace and deep-set timber window frames create a grand room. The three rooms on the right side of the house each have fireplaces with original timber mantels. The third room has a powder room and dressing room. A kitchenette is central to the floorplan.