A property once fit for the Mayor of Launceston we are certain there is not a comparable property currently on the market showcasing such grandeur and the sheer size that “Highbury” grants to one lucky purchaser.

Built between 1907-1910 for Charles Metz MHA, by builders J & T Gunn and later the home of Launceston Mayor Frank Boatwright, Highbury has a dominating street presence looking down at you from above Upton Street behind a 8ft bluestone wall. Located on a one way street, this property is “out of sight, out of mind” although can be seen as an iconic landmark at many vantage points around Launceston – you really do have to view Highbury in person to understand the potential this property has to offer.

Spanning over three floors, the 49 square home has been left in original condition throughout many of the rooms and features beautiful felt wallpaper, ornate 12ft ceilings, hardwood mantles and ceiling roses just to name a few. Whilst these features are common place in historic homes throughout Launceston, it is rare to find a unregistered home with such an abundance of beautiful features as these.

The main level is enough of a house itself; four living rooms including formal and informal dining, two family rooms, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and beautiful deck looking out towards the Launceston CBD – but it’s upstairs which really sets Highbury apart from the rest. Four bedrooms all large enough to be the master bedroom but the real surprise is the master bedroom itself with a undercover deck and 180 degree views – to wake up to this outlook you really would feel like you’re the king, or queen of Launceston.

If six bedrooms aren’t enough there is a separate self-contained two bedroom unit located on the top level with its own external access if you were to rent the unit, reside a family member or the perfect teenager’s home away from home.

If you’re concerned about storage, trust us, you shouldn’t be. Below the main level you have 60m2 of rumpus and workshop including a wine cellar and toilet in case you want to hide away from the family – we call this the “man cave”. Parking concerns? again you shouldn’t worry as the property has off street parking for up to 6 vehicles and an abundance of space to build a garage if required on a block spanning 1224m2.

We can’t remember the last time we listed a home which encompasses so much space, a true family home. Highbury only requires some love and imagination to restore it to its original glory and it will become a talking point within Launceston for years to come.