Retro rewind: Newstead time capsule has buyers groovin’

A Launceston home that’s been frozen in time since the Beatles topped the charts has become the hottest property in the state — and it’s not hard to see why.No.34 Penquite Rd, Newstead, was the most-viewed home in Tasmania on realestate.com.au this week, and cracked the national top 10, landing at No.6, with more than 6000 views and climbing.No.34 Penquite Rd, Newstead. Picture: SuppliedOffered to the market for the very first time, the solid brick 1960s residence sits on a 779sq m block in one of Newstead’s most tightly held pockets — and buyers are clearly ready to twist and shout over the chance to get their hands on it.MORE: Built in 1896, loved for decades: Taroona House for saleHistoric Huon property tops weekly sales chartShake-up: Square metre price data reshuffles top suburbsArchitect’s touch brings 1810 home into modern eraNo.34 Penquite Rd, Newstead.No.34 Penquite Rd, Newstead.No.34 Penquite Rd, Newstead.Elders Launceston agent Peter Dehnert said the online interest has translated directly into real-world action.“We have very strong inquiry, with good attendance at the open home, and with follow-up inspections being booked,” Mr Dehnert said.So what’s driving the frenzy f...