Set on a total of 163 acres, made up of approximately 5 acres of established yard, gardens, outbuildings and professionally fenced paddocks around the home and with the rest of the property being approximately 158 acres of private native forest with no council requirement for maintenance.
“Sherwood” provides a rare opportunity to enjoy fully functional and comfortable off-grid living with complete privacy - and just 30 minutes from Hobart. The completely self-sufficient 3 bedroom North-facing home is fully insulated and features a spacious open-plan kitchen, living and dining and living area with a baker’s oven wood heater. The bedrooms are well-sized and the stylish bathroom features a separate shower and bath. The house also features a large veranda and deck area with a sunny aspect and a pleasant view over the yard and garden. Power is provided via 18 solar panels, there is a generator if needed and the property is connected to wireless NBN internet.
Outdoor property features are almost too many to mention, but include a natural spring which provides extra water for tanks and garden and a large 7.5 x 15m colorbond garage and insulated workshop with lean-to carports on either side. The established gardens include a wide variety of ornamental plants along with an impressive “edible garden” which includes grape vines, kiwi fruit, hazelnuts, nashi pears, red/white/black currants, cherries, mandarins, figs, artichokes, blueberries, strawberries, young berries, josta berries, tazzie berries, Tasmanian pepper tree, an abundance of herbs and much more. The rest of the property varies in different areas of the 163 acres, ranging from native bush to lush mossy forest, with amazing views available from multiple areas and a number of roads and tracks through the property.
The property is truly enchanting - its natural features combine with countless hours of meticulous handy work, including hand-made stone walls and gateways. Countless varieties of flora and a wide range of native wildlife add to the property’s lost world-type charm. Immerse yourself in all that this home and its surrounds has to offer. Call today for more information and to arrange an inspection.
