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Stunning views from architect's own home

Architect Cornelis Wegman designed this exciting house set in natural city bushland for his own family and now it is time for others to make it their own.

The north facing house looks deceptively small from the street but makes clever use of internal space across several levels. From large windows your eyes sweep through 180 degrees from the Eastern Shore across the CBD and Tasman Bridge to South Hobart and kunanyi in the west: spectacular sunrise to glorious sunset. The architect planned for mountain views by day and city lights by night. Sun fills the house in winter and cathedral ceilings enhance the sense of space and light.

Forty-odd years of family living have left their mark and enhanced a welcoming atmosphere.

Entry at the top level via the carport gives onto a large lounge/music/entertainment room with expansive views over the city and the mountain. The room has an open fireplace hood. This level has a study and a second toilet.

Half a level below is a large store room with shelving and down another half level are 2 bedrooms (one with built-in bed), smaller store and bat ...