Bird’s nest for sale: Jackson’s Sandy Bay home wows

Cricketer Jackson Bird and partner Scarlett Lennard have listed their family home for sale in Sandy Bay. Picture: Supplied.

A perfect blend of old and new makes this Duke St home sing.

Cricketer Jackson Bird and teacher Scarlett Lennard have owned the 1900-built No.33 for a number of years.

Ms Lennard said their family had moved back to Tasmania this year after a stint in Sydney and she was loving the lifestyle in their Duke St house.

“It is a beautiful house, we adore it,” she said.

“Jack is pretty keen to work on a new renovation project, like he did with architect Giles Newstead and Eiszele Constructions and this house.

“It will be a happy and a sad day when we sell.”

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No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

Ms Lennard described No.33 as a “great family home”, especially in summertime.

She said there are doors that open to the rear yard, making it a perfect place for the children to play all summer.

“Our children are at the age where they really enjoy the pool now,” she said.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay retains spectacular original features, including high ceilings, sash windows and a classic fireplace in the front section, which houses generously sized bedrooms and flexible living space.

A wide hallway connects the heritage wing to the sophisticated modern extension, where an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area takes centre stage.

The extension opens to landscaped gardens featuring a heated swimming pool equipped with an energy-efficient heat pump for year-round use.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

Outdoor entertaining areas provide space for large gatherings and quiet relaxation.

The property has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, highlighted by the top level master suite, complete with water views, a walk-in wardrobe and a designer ensuite.

A private balcony extending the bedroom’s living space outdoors.

Climate control systems throughout the home include hydronic under-slab heating, gas panel heating in the original wing and two reverse cycle heat pumps.

Double-glazed windows contribute to energy efficiency.

The architect-designed extension maximises natural light throughout the living areas, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

Jackson Bird and Scarlett Lennard on Nutgrove Beach in Sandy Bay.

The property sits within walking distance of Sandy Bay’s shopping precinct, restaurants, cafes and schools, as well as waterfront areas.

The University of Tasmania and Hobart’s central business district are easily accessible from the location.

Parking includes a secure garage plus additional off-street spaces.

The quiet street position places the home in one of Sandy Bay’s tightly held residential pockets.

Ms Lennard said she loves the neighbourhood.

“I think we are on the best part of Duke St; the street is wide, the neighbours are great, the access is easy, schools and shops are nearby … you can easily walk to everything,” she said.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

Of all of the luxuries that this home provides, one came immediately to mind when thinking about what Ms Lennard might miss about this property when they sell.

“The heated floors! The underfloor heated concrete in the extension part of the home is so warm in winter,” she said.

“It is lovely for the children, especially while they are young.”

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No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay.

The property is listed for sale with John Lennard from Harrison Agents.

He said the light, space and sunny position were just the beginning of the property’s best features.

“It is the perfect architecturally inspired blending of Federation and ultra-modern, the fabulous indoor and outdoor living areas, and the heated pool,” he said.

“No.33 would make a fabulous family home, but it could also suit the discerning older buyer as three out of four bedrooms and multiple living areas including the kitchen are all on the ground floor.”

No.33 Duke St, Sandy Bay is priced at “Offers over $2.4m”.

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