Offers Over $950,000
14 Main Road, Penguin TAS 7316
House
4120.0
Block size: 1967 m² approx.
Aberfoyle Circa 1899
Offered for the first time in 37 years, Aberfoyle represents a generational opportunity to acquire this substantial Victorian Heritage-listed residence. The property was built, Circa 1899 by William Archer of Brickendon as a family summer house, and is representative of the early years of Penguins settlement.
This landmark property occupies an elevated corner position with sweeping northerly and easterly views of Bass Strait, Johnsons Beach, Beecraft Point and Penguin Beach. It has a large site area of approximately 1,932 sqm with side access off Mission Hill Road. A circular pathway leads up to the front of the property with its gracious interiors, which captures the essence of its heritage. It features soaring ceilings and bay windows, original timber flooring and six fireplaces. The interior comprises front north facing sunroom, combined formal dining area and front lounge, kitchen and front bedroom, all of which have captivating vistas of Johnsons Beach and Bass Strait. In addition, there are a further two bedrooms, large formal lounge room which leads to a morning sunroom, separate dining room, TV room, bathroom with separate toilet. The rear section of the house which was originally the servants quarters, includes a large enclosed breezeway, walk in larder, pantry with original Huon Pine cupboards, laundry, additional toilet and bedroom with sitting room. Ample on-site parking is provided with a rear double carport plus visitor parking with access off Mission Hill Road. The home is surrounded by an established garden which provides a private oasis.
Aberfoyle offers an exciting opportunity to create your dream home with this character filled property. It will have strong appeal given its position in one of Penguins best locations, large land holding and stunning coastal views. Properties of this type do not become available for sale that often. To arrange an a private viewing of this remarkable property, please contact the exclusive selling agent.
*The information contained herein has been supplied to us by sources which are considered reliable and we have no reason to doubt its accuracy. However, all interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify this information to be correct. All measurements are approximate and are for illustrative purposes only.
This landmark property occupies an elevated corner position with sweeping northerly and easterly views of Bass Strait, Johnsons Beach, Beecraft Point and Penguin Beach. It has a large site area of approximately 1,932 sqm with side access off Mission Hill Road. A circular pathway leads up to the front of the property with its gracious interiors, which captures the essence of its heritage. It features soaring ceilings and bay windows, original timber flooring and six fireplaces. The interior comprises front north facing sunroom, combined formal dining area and front lounge, kitchen and front bedroom, all of which have captivating vistas of Johnsons Beach and Bass Strait. In addition, there are a further two bedrooms, large formal lounge room which leads to a morning sunroom, separate dining room, TV room, bathroom with separate toilet. The rear section of the house which was originally the servants quarters, includes a large enclosed breezeway, walk in larder, pantry with original Huon Pine cupboards, laundry, additional toilet and bedroom with sitting room. Ample on-site parking is provided with a rear double carport plus visitor parking with access off Mission Hill Road. The home is surrounded by an established garden which provides a private oasis.
Aberfoyle offers an exciting opportunity to create your dream home with this character filled property. It will have strong appeal given its position in one of Penguins best locations, large land holding and stunning coastal views. Properties of this type do not become available for sale that often. To arrange an a private viewing of this remarkable property, please contact the exclusive selling agent.
*The information contained herein has been supplied to us by sources which are considered reliable and we have no reason to doubt its accuracy. However, all interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify this information to be correct. All measurements are approximate and are for illustrative purposes only.
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Block information
Block size: 1967m² (approx)
Legal description: 247904/1
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What's nearby
Penguin Primary SchoolPrimary School
1.3km
Parklands High SchoolHigh School
14.3km
North West Regional HospitalHospital
16.9km
North West CampusCollege
16.5km
Australia PostPost Office
2.1km
Tafe - Freer Farm CentreTafe
15.9km
Property history
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23 Sep 1987
Sold
$65,000
Contract: 23/09/1987
01 Aug 1985
Sold
$79,500
Contract: 01/08/1985
Penguin suburb information
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SummaryMedian sales
Average Age
49 years
Population
4,132
Listing ID: 182365847. This listing has been viewed 44 times. It was first displayed on 12/03/2024 and last updated on 23/04/2024.
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