10 Stewart Crescent

Taroona TAS 7053

At the centre of the home, with curved bench tops, studded metal trim and fluted-glass display cabinets, the beautifully reimagined wrap-around kitchen celebrates the 50s era, but behind its retro handles are contemporary soft-close hinges, integrated dishwasher and range hood, and European appliances. With a butler's pantry / laundry too, storage is generous. Adjoining the kitchen is the dining room featuring fluted myrtle wall panelling and river views, a study with its very own distracting water view, and the sunroom with floor to ceiling windows.

Outside, the deck takes in the sweeping river vista. A north-facing entrance courtyard and paved barbecue areas are surrounded by established gardens featuring Tasmanian natives, fruit trees, raspberry patch, vegetable beds, extensive herb garden and pepperberries. Chickens get a free range run and hen house.

The meandering outdoor space, with its huge tree fern glade and bush garden is a haven for birds and play. Across the road is a jump-bike track. A Scout Hall and skate park are nearby. Minutes walk from the home are half a dozen beaches and local coastal and bush walking tracks.

Vehicular access to the carport is via a right of way to the old Channel Highway. An additional concreted area parks 2 cars or a boat, trailer or camper. Additional secure storage houses sea kayaks and bicycles.

During the renovations the home was re-wired, re-plumbed and insulated underfloor as well as overhead. Solar hot water, honeycomb blinds in the living spaces, 4 panel heaters and a wood heater banish the cold when winter comes.

The Stewart Crescent street party will introduce you to the small, strongly-knit, and safe Taroona community. Nine kilometres south of the CBD and nestled between wooded hills and the River Derwent, Taroona also boasts two highly regarded public schools (primary and secondary), two cafs, a regular bus service (with a stop at the bottom of the property), a community garden, bowls club, tennis courts and a sea-faring fraternity.

If your desire is to live in a quiet cul-de-sac, protected from wind, bathed in sun, watching whatever floats upon the river, jump in. If you wish to spot whales, surprise bandicoots or glimpse a white goshawk, do not hesitate.

"A great example of preservation and beautiful rejuvenation. You can't design that stuff new. Such integrity." Stuart Tanner, Tanner Architects