Wolkenstein. A residence and studio of both grand proportion and design.

This truly magnificent and unique property, Wolkenstein is grand in both proportion and design. Nestled on 2.4 hectares of native bushland and Catherine Shields designed gardens, this remarkable vision designed and built by Austrian-born artist Anton Holzner occupies an elevated position, providing awe-inspiring panoramic views of the Mangalore Valley. Not just a home but an immersive lifestyle designed for the creative soul.<br/><br/>As you approach the property, the meticulously cultivated garden, adorned with a variety of native flora, guides you to the imposing entrance wrapped with Boston Ivy. The grandeur unfolds with a 11.5-meter ceiling height, where solid timber beams and doors with custom-designed and forged bronze handles, set the tone for what awaits within. The walls, both inside and out, bear the artist's hand-rendered touch, a testament to the craftsmanship that defines every corner of this dwelling.<br/><br/>The breathtaking living, dining, and kitchen space is a harmonious blend of luxury and comfort and takes advantage of the uninterrupted views of the Mangalore Valley. With ceilings soaring to 4.5 meters, this wonderful room is ideal for entertaining with a large wood fire for gathering in the cooler months and the kitchen beckons culinary exploration featuring top tier appliances, sleek stainless-steel and exquisite marble countertop. <br/><br/>A flexible library space offers more than just a space for books- it unveils the potential to become a third bedroom with bi-fold doors to create privacy if required. Double French doors lead you onto a north-facing deck, capturing the essence of the breathtaking surroundings. This level also hosts a bathroom, laundry, and a generous storage mezzanine.<br/><br/>Ascend the staircase to the upper level, where the upper lounge, a sanctuary within a sanctuary, introduces the possibility of a parent's retreat/ additional bedroom. The room features a magnificent sandstone open fireplace, its grandeur matched only by the feature bay window that frames a unique sculpture designed by the renowned Architect Misho Vasiljevich. As you gaze upward, the ceiling stretches to an impressive height of 7 meters, adorned with solid timber beams.<br/><br/>Across the passage, the main bedroom awaits, a spacious retreat which could also be converted into 2 bedrooms. A private deck offers an intimate retreat. <br/>The main bathroom, an epitome of luxury and style, boasting granite floor tiles, a free-standing bath, custom-built concrete basin, and an exquisite skylight which bathes the space in natural light. Access to the western deck completes this oasis of relaxation. <br/><br/>Additional to the main residence is the studio, a testament to architectural ingenuity, boasting 12.5-meter-high ceilings with rendered concrete block downstairs and red cedar upstairs. The gallery downstairs serves as a blank canvas for creative expression, while the upstairs work studio, with a custom-designed easel light and built-in drying/storage racks, beckons artists to bring their visions to life. With a separate electricity meter this wonderful space offers much versatility and opportunity for its next custodians— with it's own bathroom, there is the possibility to lease it out, conduct workshops, or envision it as additional living space or guest quarters. <br/><br/>Outside, the garden, a blend of the original European conifers and Australian natives, also hosts an enclosed orchard and vegetable garden and a pine forest on the northern edge of the property complement the landscape, while mature blue gums, the oldest dating back over four hundred years, stand as guardians along the driveway. <br/><br/>A living canvas designed for those who seek inspiration or a dwelling that has potential to become a beautiful family home set within the hills of Mangalore Valley and only 35 minutes' drive to Hobart, this is one which needs to be inspected to truly appreciate its grandeur.<br/><br/>• Heating: Reverse cycle air conditioner, bathroom underfloor heating and wood heater <br/>• Annual council rates: $2,370 approx. <br/>• Annual water rates: $342.96 approx.