Secluded Sandford family oasis amid pristine surrounds

Set upon 2.518 hectares of peaceful, pristine bushland, designed to seamlessly blend with its natural surrounds, sits a spacious family home offering a secluded oasis, where picturesque vistas can be enjoyed from every direction. <br/><br/>Beginning on the entrance level of the expansive residence, open-plan living forms the heart of the home, bathed in abundant sunshine and natural warmth. Constructed with eye-catching exposed stonework incorporating age-old fossils, slate floors, and cedar, the rustic retreat captures the ambiance of its pastoral presence. <br/><br/>Polished timber lines the spacious sunken kitchen, which boasts quality, crisp white joinery with ample storage, stone countertops, including a central island bench, and premium appliances. <br/><br/>The ultimate home to host family and friends, wall-to-wall sliding doors extend from the kitchen to one of many sun-soaked outdoor entertaining spaces overlooking the natural landscape. <br/><br/>Adjacent, a paved patio with partial shade provides the ideal spot to relax amid the tranquil environment. Towards the rear of the home, a terraced timber deck offers further space to entertain year-round, with a sheltered BBQ area.<br/><br/>Returning inside, and upstairs, the first floor is home to sumptuous accommodation, with three generous, light-filled bedrooms, each inclusive of storage, and stunning views of Mortimer Bay and kunanyi/Mount Wellington through the gum trees. The luxurious master comes complete with a walk-in wardrobe, en-suite with spa, and a private balcony. <br/><br/>Servicing the lower level, the main bathroom contains an over-bath shower, vanity, and a toilet. Adjacent, the large laundry boasts plenty of storage space and room for necessary appliances with direct access to outside.<br/><br/>A true lifestyle property, reside alongside a plethora of wildlife. Scarlet robins, eastern barred bandicoots, native hens, bettongs, boobook owls, and many other local animals often drop by, and for the outdoor enthusiasts, the popular Tangara Trail can be accessed directly from the house. Established trees and shrubbery encase the home, along with stunning native orchids. <br/><br/>Plenty of parking is provided within the expansive grounds, with two car ports providing shelter for multiple vehicles, along with space throughout the property. A storage shed with workshop space is also on-site.<br/><br/>With no shortage of space, both inside and out, where contemporary comfort meets country charm, this remarkable home in the sought-after suburb of Sandford is nestled within private and peaceful surrounds, all while being just minutes from the nearest major shopping hub of Lauderdale, and within thirty minutes of Hobart's CBD.<br/><br/>Council rates: $1,800 pa approx<br/>Year built: 1990<br/>Construction: Tmber/ Stone