Built in 1830′s, but with extensive renovations and upgrading, this charming country cottage sits proudly on the main street of historic Oatlands village.

The house was originally built by Charles Newman, who was transported to Van Diemen’s Land in 1822. Newman and successive owners up to 1904 used the property as a rental investment, as the current owners do as an investment this property has a significant pedigree.

The village of Oatlands is located 84km from Hobart and 115km from Launceston and is generally considered to be located in the centre of Tasmania.

High Street is the main street of the village and boasts the largest number of colonial sandstone buildings in any town in Australia, many of them built by convict labour. While number 31 is not sandstone, it dates from colonial times and was built soon after the historic Callington Mill and the Augustus Pugin designed Catholic Church.

The property has a charming covered front veranda that so characterises these colonial properties – the perfect spot to sit and chat with your neighbours in this close knit community.

Inside you will find two good sized bedrooms plus a cosy living room with a wood heater – perfect for those cold Tassie winter evenings.

The heart of this home is the huge open plan kitchen diner. With its modern cabinetry and appliances you would not think you were in a 170 year old home. Equally modern is the bathroom with its large walk in shower. You will be impressed by the sensitive restoration and renovation the owners have undertaken to this historic property.

Outside is just as impressive with the sort of country garden you would expect. There is plenty of room for a veggie patch and even a chicken run -fresh eggs, fresh veggies and fresh air -exactly what country living is all about.

If you are looking to move out of the rat race, but still want to be within an hour’s drive of the city, then you should inspect 31 High St Oatlands.