With winter on the way, are you looking for a cosy country home where you can snuggle in front of the fire? You’ll love coming home to your own sweet rural retreat. Only 35 minutes from Hobart and set on about 5 1/2 acres of low maintenance cleared land, this lovingly maintained home is perfect for the homebuyer who longs to get away from it all without breaking the budget.

This home has a welcoming feel to it that makes you want to linger. Upon entering, you’ll notice the wood heater in the lounge has been placed against an inside wall, ensuring it heats the whole house. Attractive windowed doors with decorative glass can be closed to separate the two living areas. The main lounge window looks out onto the nearby hills and valleys that are so flawless it is like having a beautiful painting on your wall.

The kitchen inspires visions of home cooked meals, mouth-watering casseroles and roasts. There is lots of pantry space and a kitchen island for extra bench space. A bay window in the generous dining area adds charm and gives a resplendent view of the hills and yard, complete with adorable gazebo, swaddled in fragrant geranium.

Toward the back of the house is the bathroom and with its deep tub and decorative glass window you are sure to be enticed into many a relaxing bubble bath. The laundry is practical and functional with good cupboard space.

Surprisingly spacious yet still having an intimate feel, this home has been cleverly designed to have separation between the master bedroom and the other sleeping quarters, ideal for families who appreciate their own space and privacy. Two cosy bedrooms are at one end of the hall and get good sun. Both have built in robes. The inviting master bedroom at the far end of the hall is much larger and has a sizeable built in robe plus views from the generously size window. You can lie in bed and take in the scenery upon waking.

The property also has a large colourbond workshop/garage, raised garden beds out the back for growing your own vegies, a garden sh