5 New Rd, Franklin TAS 7113, Australia
Situated just a stone’s throw from the Huon Riverside walk and Franklin Primary School is this charming Circa 1900’s weatherboard home. With everything the historic town of Franklin can offer including the wooden boat centre, cafes, pubs, theatres, post office and even the local school all within easy walking distance from the front door. A leisurely 10-minute drive up the road to Huonville where all your major shops and services can be found, and the Hobart CBD is around a 35-minute commute.
Greeted at the front door by the beautiful Tasmanian Oak polished timber floorboards, the grand entrance sets you up as you fall in love with the charming home. Each of the three bedrooms are very generous in size with stunning Baltic and Celery Top Pine ceilings and all have their own special features that ooze character. The main bedroom, has beautifully crafted timber built-in’s and an ornamental fireplace along with an ensuite. The second bedroom with polished Tas Oak timber flooring is complimented by the lovely French doors that open out onto the covered front verandah, and an original open fireplace (that could be easily re-instated if one desires). The third bedroom offers a stunning large bay window and gorgeous exposed timber ceiling.
The open plan kitchen, living, dining area is one for the whole family to enjoy conversations. The stylish country kitchen is perfect for the home cook, with plenty of bench and cupboard space on offer, and to round it off, a lovely island bench and breakfast bar topped with a polished timber top. The home is kept toasty and warm by the centrally installed wood heater located in the lounge room. Also, extra comfort can be provided by the Daiken air-conditioner and the home has an internal laundry plus a large, modernised family bathroom.
The fully fenced backyard is level and very low maintenance, great for keeping your children and four-legged fury children safe. If you love to entertain outdoors, we have you covered with the undercover deck. This outdoor entertaining area is complete with a large bench seat to sit and relax. There are established fruit trees, a couple of raised garden beds as well as a chicken run all set ready for you to enjoy the privacy that is on offer. A large garage and workshop/storage area can also be found in the backyard.
Other highlights include a fully North facing aspect, the residence has been fully rewired and town water connected.
This superbly presented classic Tasmanian cottage has a sunny private position that enables an enviable lifestyle to be enjoyed. No doubt the country styled home is going to be loved by the new owner and is sure to spark a frenzy for those looking for this style of property.
