8848 Huon Highway, Southport, TAS 7109

Representing the history of Southport is 'The Jetty House'- a long lived allure that has been preserved since 1876 when it served as a home for the family of Joseph Graves as well as a mill office and store for over 20 years. It then became home to three generations of the Hay Family before becoming a holiday home for thousands of Hobart and Huon School children when it passed to the Christian Brothers.

Steeped in original charm and character, 'The Jetty House' delivers a timeless ambience that captivates the mind the minute you step foot inside. The ubiquitous use of timbers, rustic open brick fire places, artistic wallpapers, original staircases and high soaring ceilings throughout the home, are craftsmanship statements that form the homes architecture.

Currently operating as a seaside B&B, the versatile floor plan maintains formal traditions and accommodates 7 well proportioned bedrooms, 3 living rooms and 3 bathrooms. The kitchen forms the heart of the home, displaying stunning Jarrah bench tops, a stylish Smeg stove, dishwasher, pantry and an ocean outlook through the original timber framed glazing. Adjacent sits the informal dining room which features timber dado walls and large sliding doors which open out to the gardens, enhancing the indoor-outdoor connection. On the other side, the formal living rooms of the home are serene and relaxing spaces which feature more handcrafted timbers and original open fire places. The three well appointed bathrooms reveal brass tapware and rustic timbers and one with an original claw-foot bath. Garden and ocean outlooks are present from every room, adding to charm and charisma of this remarkable home. A unique boiler heating system keeps the entire home at a comfortable temperature all year round.

Expansive wrap around verandas compliment the exterior facade of 'The Jetty House' along with the original dorma windows and weatherboards.

Set on two and a half acres, 'The Jetty House' is graced with spectacular established gardens filled with a mixture of plants, trees and perennial flowers. The exterior also includes several outbuildings including picker hut accomodation, a chicken coop, gazebo, dam, creek and productive veggie enclosures, enabling the ultimate self sufficient lifestyle. A truly relaxing oasis with many elements and gorgeous garden vistas at every turn.

A separate self-contained studio offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious kitchen and living area and a large sunroom/workshop space that wraps around two sides.

Unquestionably Southport's most prestigious property, 'The Jetty House' was fortunate enough to survive the 1967 bushfires and gain heritage recognition.

'The Jetty House' presents an incredible lifestyle opportunity where the new owner can continue its theme and gain income or reside in a historic seaside home in one of Tasmania's southern most settlements, known as Southport, where exploring the coastline of pristine white beaches and turquoise waters is quite literally at your door step.

Travelling to Southport is a 90 minute commute from Hobart CBD and 60 minutes from Huonville.

Rates - $1,200 - $1,400 approx p.a Property ID: #THH22262