No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay. Picture: Supplied
A GLORIOUS Sandy Bay property that is among Tasmania’s finest homes has hit the market.
The restoration, renovation and architect-designed extension of this historic home is more than a mere makeover, it is a love letter to Lasswade.
In leaving no stone unturned, the owners have taken this fine example of Federation Queen Anne architecture and carefully infused it with contemporary luxury.
The result is a warm and wonderful home that’s significant heritage has been preserved for future generations.
It is also a property with true wow-factor, as jaw-dropping features can be discovered around every corner.
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No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
Listed for sale with Peterswald’s Craig Anderson and Jess Hansen, the pair describe Lasswade as “striking”.
“It is a home that ‘breathes’ and while it has all the assets of a show-home, it is extraordinarily liveable,” Mr Anderson said.
“To me, it is a stunning home that begs to be lived in and enjoyed.
“So much thought has been put into the design, right down to the smallest details such as copious storage in the right places and the height of the washing machine and dryer, so one does not have to bend down to use.”
Ms Hansen said Lasswade is one of Tasmania’s finest properties.
“It is one of, if not the most impressive residences I have been invited into,” she said.
“We expect it will attract local and national inquiries.”
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No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
Ms Hansen said the owners and award-winning Hobart architect, Kate Symons from Studio Ilk, thoughtfully created a seamless blend of the original, classic charm of the 1903 residence with modern, state-of-the-art living.
“We believe this will attract buyers looking for a quality built home rich in history that has undergone a stunning transformation to include those contemporary features desired for today’s lifestyles,” she said.
A visit to Lasswade is a journey back in time.
This stately 120-year-old home’s beautiful period details have been juxtaposed with modern embellishments to enhance liveability and luxury.
Finishes are impeccable and elemental, with magnificent timber floors, the dramatic original blackwood staircase, soaring high ceilings and statement Tasmanian oak wall panelling.
The eclectic use of such modern details as distinctive Louis Poulsen and Brand Van Egmond pendant lights, lavish porcelain tiles in all four bathrooms, steel and glass and a neutral palette creates cohesion throughout.
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No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
The ground floor is firmly focused on elevated living and entertaining, with opulent stained-glass windows surrounding the imposing front door of the entrance hall, which opens through an archway to gracious separate formal rooms.
The living room features a decorative inglenook fireplace and a glorious bay window.
The dining room boasts detailed wall panelling and French doors, which bring the outside in.
In addition, there’s another versatile room which could be used as either a library, media room or fourth bedroom.
A cleverly located bathroom is positioned behind the staircase.
A wide, meticulously restored veranda spans the front facade and connects established plantings with the terrace and lawns to the garden pavilion. It blurs the boundaries between inside and outside and maximises the far-reaching river views.
It is also the link to the lift, which provides undercover access to the double garage and storage area.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
Beyond the historic portion of the home, a fresh new high spec kitchen annexe takes centrestage.
It is testimony to a contemporary design aesthetic which has been integrated seamlessly into the heritage framework.
Here, polished concrete floors, stone benchtops, streamlined bespoke joinery and state-of-the-art kitchen appliances work with the modern materials of steel, glass, timber and feature brickwork to create a stunning, albeit more casual family/dining space.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
Steel-framed glass sliding doors open to a private, stone-flagged suntrap courtyard -complete with established citrus trees and hedges.
Upstairs, the luxurious bedroom appointments wouldn’t be out of place in a six-star hotel.
Off the central landing, with its unique heart shaped detail in the heritage blackwood balustrade, is the fabulous master suite, with water views.
There’s a luxurious ensuite and a plethora of spacious his and hers built-in wardrobe options in the separate dressing room.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
There are two further beautiful and generous bedrooms, which also feature well-designed and executed bespoke joinery. One with an ensuite that includes a full-size bathtub and the other with access to a separate bathroom.
A practical study is also located on this level and there is the option of riding the lift — the home’s second — if you don’t fancy taking the grand staircase.
With so much to see, narrowing down favourite features is an impossible mission.
“Personally, the facade of this home is simply stunning and certainly very impressive on arrival,” Ms Hansen said.
“So much thought has gone into creating this residence and there are too many standout features to mention them all. However, the intricate detailing and condition of the original timberwork found throughout the original section of the home, along with the beautifully restored veranda, are certain highlights.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay.
“The quality and craftsmanship of the recently constructed kitchen, living and dining space is equally impressive.
“This is an entertainer’s dream home with a number of formal and informal and indoor and outdoor lifestyle spaces on offer to host.”
No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay is for sale with Peterswald. It is priced at $4.65m-plus.
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