| 24 Calliope Road, Devonport | Agent: Alan Rogers and Matt Rogers |

By Amy Houlihan.

Heritage villa style meets contemporary glamour at 24 Calliope Road in Devonport. Believed to be crafted in the 1880s, it’s one of the area’s iconic properties, celebrated for its many transformations detailed in colourful local anecdotes. After a masterful architectural renovation, its current incarnation showcases a picture-perfect display of old and new spread across two deceptively expansive levels. Located at the top end of the sought-after street, everything Devonport’s charming village has to offer is just an easy, two-minute walk from home. Cafes, restaurants, bars, shops and a boutique cinema line the main road, along with the park, beach and playground at the water’s edge. The ferry terminal offers the perfect daily commuting option, or transport to the CBD for dining and entertainment.

All aspects of the renovation have been carefully curated to stay true to the traditional character, while imparting stylish flair and modern design twists at every turn. Original elements like the front door, filigree light fixtures, high ceilings and Rimu flooring downstairs are brought to life with feature wallpaper, dramatic, unique light fittings and a major expansion of living space, both indoors and out. The residence comprises five bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms and the option to utilise some or all of the lower level as separate accommodation.

Neatly landscaped front gardens sit behind a white picket fence, with a path arriving at the front entrance – an enclosed, tiled reception foyer. There are two bedrooms and a powder room located off this. The guest bedroom has an ensuite and pull-down ladder access to the vast, dry attic storage, while the opulent master suite displays fabulous Florence Broadhurst wallpaper and has a luxurious, tiled ensuite with chandelier. The living and dining space is open-plan, warmed in winter by a feature gas fireplace that’s surrounded by built-in shelving. Light bamboo floors complement the fresh, neutral wall palette and the elongated yet wide kitchen has marble bench tops. Bifold doors flow out to the expansive platforms of decks, with covered and uncovered areas perfect for all-season alfresco entertaining. It’s a true sun trap, with its elevated aspect capturing views across the green suburban valley and out to Ngataringa Bay.

Downstairs is a hugely spacious area, with high ceilings and a whisper quiet environment thanks to the Calliope Road retaining wall above. It’s still filled with light though, and offers two large bedrooms – one with dressing room – a bathroom and home office/ fifth bedroom. Doors open into the expansive, sound-proofed living space/media room down here, which is fully equipped with a kitchen and heat pump. A separate external entrance makes this an enticing option for extended family accommodation, use as an Air BnB or as a home office premises. French doors flow out to another generous deck, access to the double enclosed carport and area of level lawn outside, which is enveloped within mature plantings, achieving an excellent sense of privacy.

A true celebration of yesterday and today, this spacious, stylish estate boasts a flexible layout and expansive outdoor living.