3452 Huon Highway, Franklin, Tas 7113 - More Details
Offers Over $895,000
Originally built in 1930, this home has now being beautifully and sympathetically restored. Retaining all the hallmarks of the era possible whilst introducing modern day comfort has made this lovely home very appealing and energy efficient. Positioned right on the edge of the historic riverside town of Franklin, it is a level walk into the eateries and services of the town as well as the foreshore that Franklin offers. Consisting of half an acre (1953m2), the land is an ideal size for an ornamental garden and food production, as well as lawns and a shed/workshop.
Arriving at the property, you are drawn to the character of the home, welcoming you up the concrete driveway that leads up the side boundary to a carport. Stepping up onto the porch, the floor is a mosaic of lovely tiles, setting the scene for what is inside. As you enter, the period features are immediately evident with the high ceilings, the old picture rails and the beautiful wide timber floors boards. The renovations have been carried out with such care and attention, this is now a home with style and class.
The first room you come past is currently used as the formal lounge with views to the river and a feature fireplace setting the scene. This lovely room could also be the 3rd bedroom. Across the hall is the main living, now an open plan lounge dining and amazing kitchen. The kitchen is the feature here, taking centre stage. The level of quality here is evident, complete with Smeg appliances, the kitchen has a wonderful country flair and yet so stylish and practical. There is a walk-in pantry at one end and further storage with the fridge at the other end.
Keeping you snug and creating a wonderful atmosphere in the cooler months, central in the living room is a wood fire with a gorgeous stone wall. A reverse cycle air-conditioner otherwise provides comfort throughout the year with ease, backed up with panel wall heaters in the bedrooms. A real feature is the addition of a solar system complete with a Tesla battery, making your power bill all but disappear.
Continuing down the hall, the spacious main bedroom has another feature fireplace. The nice new ensuite bathroom is stylish and introduces a touch of lux, and then the real surprise is the huge walk-in-robe. Past the central family bathroom, complete with floor to ceiling tiles and a deep soak bath, is another bedroom, located at the end of the hallway overlooking the garden. A 3rd bathroom facility is located in the laundry off a very practical utility/mudroom that links the backyard to the kitchen.
French doors open out from the main living to the entertaining deck at the rear, overlooking the garden and lawns. This area is fully fenced and well contained for the kids and pets to run around in safety. Through the gate, the grounds open up. Access from the carport here leads through to a double garage or workshop. Past the shed, a gate provides access to the next zone of the garden. Fruit trees, a poly tunnel and a netted veggie enclosure complete the back of the property. Be as self-sufficient as you choose, grow your own produce and maybe even keep chickens for farm fresh eggs.
The vistas to the back are of rolling green hills and native forests, to the front, the river is a real feature. With direct access to the river foreshore across the road, you will find yourself enjoying the park reserve that makes the Franklin foreshore so nice. Franklin offers a choice of eateries and cafés. The Palais Theatre is the heart of the town, regularly hosting concerts, movie nights and is a great community gathering spot when the Franklin Collective and Markets are running, selling produce and other local goodies.
The main hub of the Huon Valley is at Huonville within 10 minutes by car up river. Here you will find all your larger town shops and services including a Woolies supermarket. Hobart is a 45 minute drive to the CBD. Please contact us for further information or to arrange a private viewing.
- Type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Parkings
- 3
- Area
- 1,953 m²
- House Size
- 175 m²
