Inner City Living

CONFIGURATION: This studio apartment is one of only 3 in this renovated historic building and it is is open to either a residential studio or a home office arrangement (subject to council and agency approval), it is ideal for a single professional commuting to Launceston looking for an affordable accommodation option, offering one single living/bedroom space, kitchen and bathroom. <br/>FEATURES: Newly renovated with modern fixtures and fittings. <br/>HEATING/COOLING: Reverse cycle air conditioner.<br/>PARKING: Ample affordable parking options nearby.<br/>INCLUSIONS: Fridge & washing machine, the owner may consider partly or fully furnished as a negotiable option.  <br/>EXCLUSIONS: No off street parking.<br/>SUBURB PROFILE: Positioned in the central business district, surrounded by exceptional local cafés and bars, an abundance of parks and recreational areas such as the City Park, Princes Park, Cataract Gorge, Royal Park and a short stroll to popular Charles Street café strip and the Launceston General Hospital.<br/>WHAT ABOUT PETS: The owner may consider a small house trained pet with suitable references. <br/>HISTORY OF THE BUILDING: Dr William Russel Pugh lived here from 1840, he and his cohort Dr James Grant (as per the plaque on the front of the building) carried out the first anaesthetic operation in the Southern Hemisphere in the 1840’s at Moreton House in Charles St. 54 Elizabeth St was the Doctors House and residence for approx 10 years; 1840-1850.