98 Balfour Street, Launceston, Tas 7250

Dunorlan represents a rare opportunity to acquire a residence rich in history, extensively and sympathetically refurbished and modernised. Perfect as a principal family residence, city townhouse, exclusive upmarket high return accommodation venture, or the perfect manageable city house for interstate professionals.  The property is located in one of Launceston's most important streetscapes, known for its finest Georgian, Victorian and Federation architecture – all within minutes of the city's vibrant centre and the Charles St café precinct. 

The 2 storey, 188m2 (approx.) residence built in 1881, is one of 3 terraces known as the 'Dunorlan Cottages'. They are of historic, architectural and social importance due to their association with one of Tasmania's most successful pioneers and business identities – Henry Reed. The cottages were built to provide free housing for elderly, destitute women. 

Situated on an allotment of 316m2 (approx.), this solid brick residence provides numerous beautifully appointed rooms. The entry hallway on the ground floor leads to formal and informal sitting rooms;  a library complete with bespoke bookcases and cabinetry, a reading room/4th bedroom and a formal dining room.
  
A sunlit atrium leads through to an impressive fully serviced kitchen with quality fittings, appliances, and cabinetry, marble work surfaces, pantry and extensive storage, a spacious eating area, for casual dining. The ground floor also includes a powder room and European laundry. 

The staircase leads to three beautiful and comfortable bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom.  All rooms retain classical architectural features associated with the mid-Victorian period and include fireplaces, multi-paned windows, polished floorboards, wide architraves and skirting boards, high ceilings with arched hallways, cornices and rosettes.

The front garden includes a formal parterre garden with two substantial weeping silver birch trees and rear garden has private courtyards featuring established evergreen, deciduous and flowering plants. The secluded private back yard with its high brick walls and fencing provides a perfect setting for alfresco dining or lazing in the sun. The carport is accessed by a ROW.

The house is serviced with the provision of hydronic heating, underfloor and radiator panels, plus two split air conditioners and three working fireplaces.  NBN and town water are both connected. There is an alarm system, and all rooms have window shutters.

Perfectly positioned on the doorstep of Launceston's CBD the house is within minutes of gourmet restaurants and cafes, parks, river walks, supermarkets, malls, museums and art galleries, leading schools, the University of Tasmania and Launceston General Hospital.  The Launceston Airport is within a 15 minute drive and the historic townships of Evandale, Longford and Perth, and the famous Tamar Valley Wine and Food route are all close by.  

98 Balfour Street is truly a rare offering or investment, located in a highly sought after central position in Launceston. The property is the perfect fly-in fly-out for an interstate professional, family residence, or exclusive accommodation - Airbnb venture in one of Australia's strongest growth and beautiful small cities. 

For a private inspection or further details contact Dominic Romeo
0438500277
[email protected]
www.historicproperty.com.au

DISCLAIMER: All dimensions are approximate only. Particulars given are for general information only and do not constitute any representation on the part of the Vendor or Agent. All prospective buyers must undertake their own due diligence.