486 Manuka Road, Kettering, Tas 7155

Experience the beauty and warmth of rammed earth combined with specialty timbers to create a sanctuary that is not only visually spectacular, it also feels like a soft blanket that you can nestle into and relax with.

Offering seclusion and serenity in an elevated position to soak up the views over the Kettering Marina and surrounding hillside, this home and cottage will provide you with not only an idyllic lifestyle, it will also give you choices for the extended or multi-generational family or a way to take advantage of extra income.

As you enter the main home, there is a beautiful and practical foyer that provides a buffer from the weather as you take off your coat and shoes whilst keeping the living room comfortable as you enter through the Huon Pine door adorned with locally crafted leadlight windows into the main living space. The full grandeur of the architecture is now before you. 

Tas Oak floors will greet you as you step into the open plan lounge/dining/kitchen. On a day like today the regency wood fire would be warming the rooms. It is there that you not only take in the beauty of the garden and the view from the large cedar windows, some full length, the dining area also flows seamlessly onto the impressive deck where you can entertain friends and families with al fresco dining amongst nature. as your own summertime sanctuary,  relax, unwind, and watch the yachts sail by. 

The main living area exposes Cathedral ceilings, Oregon beams and a stunning staircase to captivate your attention, and together with the rammed earth and other timber finishes showcases how thoughtful design, natural materials and a salubrious environment can positively impact the occupants of a home.
Completing the lower level is a well-equipped kitchen with quality appliances and a walk-in pantry. Celery top pine provides the perfect complement to sage colour cabinetry. A large bedroom with separate access that previous owners have used as a home office or a practitioners room to work with clients, a unique bathroom with Myrtle cabinetry and a sandstone basin, walk in shower with earthy terracotta tiles, and a generous bespoke laundry with easy access to the rear door really will make the more mundane chores a pleasure.

As you climb the stairs to the next level you will appreciate the openness of the home and whilst there are opportunities for privacy in many rooms, there is also a continued connection to others in the home in many of the living areas.

The master suite is on this level providing a luxurious retreat. You will enjoy raked ceilings, a private balcony, your own customised walk-in robe and an ensuite with rain shower and spa bath.

Two other bedrooms are also included on the second level, each with appealing views and a sense of style.

The one-bedroom loft-style cottage, complete with its own fenced garden, is within proximity to the home to allow for a large family to not feel separateness however far enough away to provide its own privacy if it is used for guests or older family members. A spacious living space also with inspiring views and a kitchen is full of charm and gives versatility to the property owner. Whether it be a place to write a book, house the growing teenager, grandparents or a rental, it’s a wonderful addition. 

With the short-stay market booming, this incredible location just moments from the Bruny Island Ferry will provide an excellent additional income if you wish to explore this option.

The rammed earth that both dwellings are constructed from, offers many benefits such as thermal mass, allowing them to absorb heat during the day and release it slowly at night, helping to regulate indoor temperatures and reduce heating and cooling costs. The walls, due to the material's density provides natural insulation, minimizing heat transfer and enhancing energy efficiency. Construction with rammed earth is sustainable, using locally sourced materials reduces transportation emissions and supports sustainable building practices.
The natural beauty of the earthy tones and textures of rammed earth creates a unique and organic appearance, blending well with natural surroundings, fostering a strong connection to the environment, promoting a sense of harmony with nature.
A certain timelessness exists as the rustic charm of rammed earth combined with timber offers a durable and lasting aesthetic.

The outdoors is just as captivating as the home. There is plenty to explore including natural bushland complete with paths and an established garden with orchard and a dam with pump for watering.
Chiselled out of the amazing rock on the property is a parking area, with plenty of addition parking available both outside the main home and the cottage.
This same rock is a wonderful backdrop for the rear deck of the main home where you will enjoy morning sun or find a cool spot in the heat of summers afternoon.

Kettering with its local marina, cafes, services and access to Bruny Island - is an amazing location for tourists, those working from home, or simply living with the convenience of being under 30 minutes to the CBD of Hobart. This is a lifestyle offering that will give you a place to escape the world's busyness whilst being close to shops, services and transport. There is a lot to see and enjoy here, please contact  Alison for your private viewing.