Cooinda, Birchs Bay TAS

Cooinda, 3707 Channel Highway Birchs Bay Tas 7162

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Tasmanian Federation home, Cooinda for sale...

Tasmanian Federation home, Cooinda for sale

This beautiful federation homestead sits on the edge of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, with views across to Bruny Island, and could be yours for the price of an inner-city pad in Sydney or Melbourne.
From Property Observer. 6 JUNE 2016
The former divisional director and head of training for equity markets at Macquarie Bank, Rohan Boman and wife Anne, have listed their Tasmanian Federation home Cooinda.

• Originally from Queensland, the couple have spent many years living and Sydney and overseas but decided to settle in the south.
• They paid $2.7 million for the home which sits on a sprawling 3.4 hectare parcel on the edge of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel.
• Built in 1905, the fully renovated Cooinda has four bedrooms, a formal dining room, a central study and a sheltered garden terrace.
• They keep chicken and sheep on the property which also features a 1984 renovated barn and a self-contained cottage.
• Rohan is currently the director at Australian Whisky Holdings.

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Birchs Bay Tasmanian homestead features views of Bruny Island

• EMILY PETTAFOR, THE AUSTRALIAN, 12:00AM MAY 16, 2015

Cooinda, 3707 Channel Highway Birchs Bay Tas 7162

Anne and Rohan Boman, who are originally from Queensland, spent many years living in Sydney and overseas but decided to settle in Tasmania on their return.

• “We were looking at where we’d like to live when we came home and Tasmania was on my husband’s radar,” says Anne.
• “We saw this place and it was everything I could ask for.”

They bought the property in 2007 and have lived here since 2009. Anne says she loves the change of seasons and her beautiful garden, with the home set on almost 4ha. She also loves the fact it’s just 30 minutes from Hobart.

• The main house was built around 1905 and has pretty bay windows, high ceilings and original fireplaces. A wraparound veranda is perfect for entertaining and yacht gazing. There are four bedrooms, the master with water views.
• There is a barn on the property that dates from 1894 and has been renovated to include an airy loft that can be used as a teenager’s retreat or studio. There is also a self-contained cottage.
• Anne says the family goes kayaking and enjoys walking into the nearby village of Woodbridge, which is home to the famed Peppermint Bay Hotel.
• They keep sheep and chickens on the property, which she says has been wonderful for her growing children. With the children now older, it’s time for a new adventure.

Birchs Bay is in southeast Tasmania, 30 minutes from Hobart, overlooking Bruny Island.

• The median house price in Kingborough local government area was $398,000 in February, according to CoreLogic RP Data.
• In southern Tasmania it was $280,000.

The main house was built around 1905; the barn/teenagers retreat in 1894.

’Cooinda’ - The epitome of Tasmanian lifestyle property

"Occupying sublime position on the edge of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, this fully renovated Federation residence (c1905) is the epitome of Vogue country living. Take advantage of extraordinary privacy with coveted water front position in this prestige estate spanning 8.5 acres.

• From the tree-lined signature entrance to the formidable grounds and statuesque homestead, ’Cooinda’ is one of the finest lifestyle properties in Tasmania, only a 30 minute drive from Hobart."
• "Set within a private sanctuary, the main residence demands your attention with gabled exterior with superior landscaping guiding towards a signature stained glass front entry."

"Inside, period architecture charms and enchants with high ceilings, original fireplaces, bay windows, picture rails and use of timbers delicately balanced with modern accents. An elegant and refined tone permeates the formal lounge with bay window seats and glazing highlighting eye-warming surrounds whilst furnishings complement the style effortlessly."

• "Formal dining supports via French doors before flowing into the ultimate country kitchen with Celery Top Pine and Corian joinery, large island bench and glazing the showstoppers as it spills warmly onto a prominent wrap verandah to create an ideal platform for casual dining or yacht gazing."

Anne Boman says she and the family often went kayaking on D’Entrecasteaux Channel.

One of the living areas has skylights and glass doors leading to an outdoor entertaining space.

The house sits on a 4ha block, but is only 30 minutes from Hobart.

The main house was built around 1905; the barn/teenagers retreat in 1894.

Anne Boman says she and the family often went kayaking on D’Entrecasteaux Channel.
Address: Cooinda, 3707 Channel Highway, Birchs Bay, southeast Tasmania, asking $3m.


Contact Agent:

Pam Corkhill

• 0419 103 867

Agents: Steve Yannarakis and Pam Corkhill, Knight Frank, Hobart."

Unalla, Peppermint Grove WA

Unalla – home to Western Australia’s doyenne suffragette Bessie Rischbieth

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Unalla, 5 View Street, Peppermint Grove WA 6011

"The beautiful Federation Queen Anne-styled Unalla – home to Western Australia’s doyenne suffragette Bessie Rischbieth – is on the market for only the second time in its 113-year history.

• Unalla, (pronounced "You-narla") built in 1903 by dynamic South Australian entrepreneurs Bessie and Henry Wills Rischbieth, is the last remaining mansion-sized estate in the exclusive Perth suburb of Peppermint Grove.
  
• It is a striking home that exudes historical significance on so many levels."

Extensive fretwork and inbuilt cabinetry stay true to the Queen Anne style.

"Unalla epitomises the federation style favoured by the architect of the day, Charles Oldham. 

• Unalla’s matriarch was a leading figure in the drive to give WA women a voice.
• Noted as one of Australia’s most enigmatic campaigners for social reform, Bessie Rischbieth’s achievements included being a foundation member of the Child Protection Society in 1906, a founder of the WA Women’s Service Guild, a co-founder of the British Commonwealth League of Women in 1925 and, most notably, represented Australia at League of Nations in 1935.
• Unalla is a captivating residence and fitting home to such an important West Australian couple. Striking white verandah posts wrap around both storeys of the house and contrast well with the local red clay brick. Inside, the extensive fretwork and inbuilt cabinetry stay true to the Queen Anne style."

Unalla, 5 View Street, Peppermint Grove WA

"Wide verandahs, sweeping windows, a grand staircase, high ceilings, huge rooms and a stylish ambience echo reflections of a classic era filled with grace and charm.

• Exquisite leadlight windows bring light and a kaleidoscope of colour into the home where examples of craftsman-built timber panelling and cabinetry still in perfect condition.

• The huge rooms are softened by decorative fretwork arches and beautiful fireplaces. Expansive grounds now include a full size tennis court, glass conservatory, fountains and manicured lawns."

The garden and Grounds of Unalla, Peppermint Grove, WA

Beautiful and elegant woman

"Unalla’s grade one heritage listing is by virtue of architecture, as well as the cultural significance of its founders during WA’s gold boom and the impact they had on social reform."

A portrait of Bessie Rischbieth, circa 1930s.

• New to the state in 1899 during one of WA’s most prosperous eras, the Rischbieths quickly rose to prominence within the purple circles of Perth’s movers and shakers. On the back of his successful business Henry Wills and Co trading stock, kangaroo, hide and tallow trading, Henry Rischbieth grabbed an opportunity to buy into the prestigious Peppermint Grove.
• The couple never had children to enjoy the sprawling grounds of Unalla.
• Mrs Rischbieth launched herself into a lifelong crusade to protect the human rights of women and children and often hosted events at Unalla, including the well documented Moonlit Fete in 1932 on behalf of the Australian Federation of Women Voters to raise funds for the League of Nations peacetime efforts.
• She was pivotal in obtaining the women’s vote in WA in 1899, helping convince the premier at the time, John Forrest, not to oppose the motion. WA was one of the first states to allow women to vote. Read more at domain.com

A Rare Treasure

"Since the mid 1800's the unique cachet of property in Peppermint Grove has never waned and, to this day, the suburb is one of the most prestigious, desirable and tightly held residential addresses in Australia.

• Prominent Perth family names and some superb original residences from those early days remain, although many of the major landholdings have been subdivided over the years.
• Behind iron gates, on the corner of View and Forrest streets, a tree-lined driveway reveals the rare jewel that is Unalla; - the largest remaining mansion in "the Grove".
• Construction of this majestic two storey Federation Queen Anne style residence, which is now Category 1 Heritage Listed, commenced in 1903.
• Designed by Charles Oldham for his friend Henry Wills Rischbieth, it is now considered a major work of aesthetic significance and a defining example of the period.
• The residence has had only two owners, both of whom have meticulously maintained the house and gardens ensuring the splendor of Unalla has been untouched by the years.

• Wide, wide verandahs, many windows, a grand staircase, high ceilings, huge rooms and an indefinable sense of comfort and wellbeing come together in this remarkable home."

"Largely original, it has a timeless grace and charm that has effortlessly translated into the 21st century. Of course, the bathrooms have been brought up to date and there are air conditioner units in the bedrooms.

• Also, an ultra-modern elevator has been thoughtfully placed in an unobtrusive location - but nothing has been allowed to disturb the overall serenity and grandeur of Unalla.
• Exquisite leadlight windows bring light and a kaleidoscope of color into the home where examples of craftsman-built timber paneling and cabinetry are still in perfect condition.

• The huge rooms are softened by decorative fretwork arches and beautiful fireplaces while luxurious window treatments and carpets are as new."

"The vast grounds include a paved courtyard, full size tennis court, glass fern house, magnificent trees, palms, tranquil leafy walkways, fountains and lawns - the perfect setting for many a fete and garden party.

• Unalla has an aura of confidence and an exciting future to offer a new owner.
• Not only is it a doorway into the life of Perth's prosperous early settlers, it is a cherished and greatly respected home that has made a seamless transition into the busy modern world.
• All this on land that can never be duplicated.
• A rare, rare treasure indeed."

FEATURES:

• 5 bedrooms
  
• 3 bathrooms
• Grand entry foyer
  
• Formal Lounge
  
• Formal Dining
  
• Drawing Room
  
• Modern kitchen
  
  
• Billiard Room with bar
  
• Study/Library
• Glassed conservatory
• Grand staircase
• Studio
• 2 Powder Rooms
• Basement cellar
• Wide verandahs
  
• Original stained glass windows
• High ceilings
• Cornicing
• Wooden fireplaces
• Built in wooden cabinets
• Security alarm
• Air conditioning in bedrooms
• Internal modern lift
• Double garage
• Electric gates
• Horse shoe driveway
  
• Water features
• Tennis court with lights
• 98ft water well
• 45,460 litre water tank
• Lush established gardens

Agent: William Porteous : 0439 880 242
William Porteous Properties International