17 Boa Vista Road

New Town TAS 7008

A versatile floorplan grants a myriad of living configurations, both formal and informal, with substantial accommodation comprising of up to six bedrooms, while allowing ample room for living and dining. At the front of the home, there are two light-filled rooms one with a box window overlooking the front gardens and retain original fireplaces and ornate mantles with electric heating now in-situ. One of the rooms enjoys dual access to an en-suite, making it ideal for additional accommodation.

Continuing along the wide hallway, a living room opens into the casual dining room, with a more formal, entertaining room opposite. Each space contains functional fireplaces and a wood heater.

Well equipped, the contemporary kitchen contains premium appliances, including an Asko oven, Bosch electric stovetop and rangehood, and an integrated Sharp microwave. Other appliances, including a brand-new dishwasher, and new refrigerator have the option to remain. Soft-close drawers and cabinets sit within glistening, black stone benchtops.

Each of the bedrooms are generously proportioned, and two contain built-in wardrobes. An accommodation extension towards the rear of the home opens to the deck by way of French doors and is serviced by a private bathroom with walk-in shower, vanity, and a toilet. The main bathroom, with corresponding style, features an over-bath shower, vanity, and a toilet. The large laundry contains ample space for storage and appliances.

Outside, a sheltered, timber verandah envelops the front and side of the home, enjoying plenty of sunshine. To the rear, a sunny timber deck meets an undercover BBQ balcony, with views sweeping across the rooftops to the River and the natural landscape of the Domain.

The grounds are fully fenced, and the current owners have fastidiously maintained the gardens at both the front and rear, with an abundance of blooming florals, shady trees, and vegetable gardens. Dedicated wood storage is within easy reach, and ample storage is available within sheds, and under the house and deck.

Parking will never be problematic with a double enclosed carport, plus plenty of additional off-street space for up to six vehicles within the driveway.

Ensuring complete comfort, the home is equipped with a dual heat transfer system, dispersing warmth to the house. Eight panel heaters, connected to Hydro heat, along with recently cleaned fireplaces and wood heater, contribute to the optimal conditions, in addition to insulation throughout the walls in the addition, and all floors, and the roof. The entire residence has been re-plumbed and re-wired, and re-roofed, and is NBN connected, and secured by an alarm system.

For over a century, this much-admired Federation house has stood proudly on exclusive Boa Vista Road in New Town and has served as a wonderful family home for many generations. Privacy is assured, as is the convenience of such a central location, within minutes of prestigious schools, popular shops, restaurants, and cafes, nestled within an enviable residential enclave.

Council rates: $2,900 pa approx
Water rates: $1,100 pa approx
Year built: 1908
Construction: Double Brick