SOLD: No.3 Lasswade Ave, Sandy Bay. Picture: Supplied
One of Tasmania’s finest homes has new owners.
Historic Lasswade is a 1903-built Queen Anne residence masterfully reimagined for modern living by architect Kate Symons of Studio Ilk and the property’s owners.
The Sandy Bay property relaunched to the market in March by Abercrombys Tasmania in conjunction with St Andrews Estate Agents, seeking “Offers over $3.5m”.
Abercrombys Tasmania estate agent Georgie Rayner said a Hobart family purchased the home, and the price is undisclosed.
“Interestingly, after it was repositioned, almost all the interested parties were locals,” she said.
“And we are seeing something similar at Vernon in Battery Point.
“There was competition among local buyers to secure Lasswade.”
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Lasswade.
Lasswade.
Lasswade.
Mrs Rayner said, often, buyers are weighing up properties that are complete with others that need renovation, and then selecting the latter.
“With Lasswade, that was a clear point of difference and a huge drawcard, because it is magnificent in every way. There is nothing that requires attention; it’s incredible,” she said.
“Lasswade is extraordinary.
“There are buyers in this end of the market who are looking for the perfect home for them.
“There are opportunities for buyers in our current market — that’s across the board.”
Lasswade is set on a 1106sq m parcel of land with river and mountain views.
The stately and generous four-bedroom four-bathroom home features high ceilings with ornate plasterwork, polished hardwood floors, hydronic gas heating, and multiple gas fireplaces to ensure comfort throughout the year.
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Lasswade.
Lasswade.
Lasswade.
The ground floor unfolds from a gracious entry foyer to an elegant sitting room, study or fourth bedroom, followed by a refined formal dining room.
At the heart of the home is the kitchen and informal dining and family wing, finished with polished concrete floors and framed by floor-to-ceiling double-glazed windows that overlook a courtyard.
This central living zone connects effortlessly with the formal rooms and outdoor areas, further enhancing the home’s capacity for entertaining on any scale.
This level also includes a bathroom, powder room, storeroom, and cellar, and a well-appointed laundry.
Upstairs, three bedrooms and a study are arranged around a generous landing, accompanied by a family bathroom and two ensuites.
Lasswade.
Lasswade.
The principal bedroom suite occupies its own private wing and is truly exceptional in scale, outlook, and serenity, capturing magnificent views across the bay and beyond.
Further enhancing the home’s amenity is a lift servicing the main residence, as well as a second lift within the double garage.
Mrs Rayner said among Lasswade’s many glorious features, the flexibility of space appealed to the buyers.
“It was this, alongside the renovation being completed to such an exacting standard, the double garage, the location, the low-maintenance garden, and the lifestyle offered by the multiple family breakout rooms,” she said.
“The way the new parts of the home compliment the historical elements so respectfully is magnificent.”
Lasswade.
Lasswade.
Lasswade.
Meanwhile, Hobart has recorded a handful of sales above $3m and $4m this year, in Battery Point, Sandy Bay and Tolmans Hill.
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