4 bedroom house

Desirably located in sought after New Town, this circa 1850 property is steeped in history, originally constructed as a toll house for one of the two roads heading north out of Hobart. Now a contemporary home with a versatile footprint, this is a rare opportunity to purchase in a tightly held locale.

The original building with attractive gabled frontage was first owned by Ruben Josephs, a tailor sent from London to Van Diemen's Land following a conviction for receiving stolen goods. Josephs was awarded the tender to run the tollhouse for three years, during which time he very enterprisingly issued his own trade tokens to people passing through his gate. Rueben Josephs was a well- known local character and is listed as a contributor to the fund for the construction of the Hobart Synagogue, one of the oldest in Australia.

"The Toll House" has undergone contemporary upgrades including a rear extension, resulting in a floorplan comprising multiple living areas centered around a leafy courtyard garden. Light filled open plan living accommodates the kitchen and informal living and dining, opening onto the deck and courtyard to create seamless indoor/outdoor living. Formal living and dining rooms are adjacent, with the dining room opening onto further living space. The flexible floorplan has a rumpus, study, four bedrooms, two contemporary bathrooms, laundry and cellar across three levels. A combination of wood and electric heating ensures year round comfort. Classic original features including timber floorboards, fireplace and mantels, and ornate timberwork enhance the ambience and character of this home.

Currently operating as successful short stay accommodation, there is also the opportunity to add to this substantial holding with one residential block at the rear concurrently for sale.

Positioned nearby to the amenities of New Town and North Hobart including excellent schools, sporting facilities, the bike path allowing an easy ride to the CBD, Mona, and the Cornelian Bay waterfront walks. The CBD is less than ten minutes away.

For purchasers seeking a home enriched with heritage, yet offering comfortable contemporary living, this is an exceptional opportunity to become the next custodian of this piece of Tasmanian history.

Land Area : 530 sqm

Floor Area : 286 sqm