22-05-2025
The vine-covered cottage nestled in a picturesque valley that could be YOURS for a very affordable price
City-dwellers fantasising about escaping the rat race for the countryside have been left shocked by the price of a quaint Aussie cottage.
The bite-sized home in Birralee in the whimsically named Meander Valley in Northern Tasmania is accepting starting offers of $335,000.
'Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of the countryside, listen to the native birds and wildlife, and soak in the peace and quiet,' the listing reads.
'Experience the joys of rural living while still being conveniently located near local amenities. The property offers easy access to roads, ensuring a seamless connection to nearby towns and services.'
The duck-egg blue cottage is only minutes away from a five-star bakery in nearby Exeter and is a 40-minute drive from Launceston.
The home is draped in flowering vines and surrounded by a prim garden and acres of forest described as a 'canvas' for its future owner's dream home.
The listing quickly went viral online with one Aussie commenting: 'That's it. I am moving to Tassie. This would be perfect for me'.
'I think I found our forever home. Close to Exeter Bakery,' a second wrote.
'Tassie? A little cottage? Needs some work but very cute,' a third said.
'One more inconvenience and I'm running away to Tassie. This property looks beautiful,' a fourth agreed.
However, not everyone shared the vision.
'So the house is, a garden shed?' one wrote.
'Too expensive,' another said.
'I love it when people see a house on the internet or some real estate's website and decide to buy only to find out it needs a lot of work,' a third realist wrote.
The home does not contain a bathroom and is not a class 1A Building, meaning it is not suitable for living.
However, some viewers noticed the value of the property lay in its 25acre footprint.
One woman offered her friend, 'wanna move to Tassie lol cabin can be the first house and you build your dream one on 25acres'.
The listing said the Ginns Road property contained several desirable attributes.
'Rural Living zoning (Meander Valley Council); Natural spring fed dam; Natural seasonal creek,' it said.
'Mix of cleared land and bush; Gravel driveway; Three water tanks.'
The 'fully fenced' established permaculture garden with fruit and vegetable trees was also considered a major drawcard.
'This versatile land is perfect for a variety of uses, whether you envision a charming cottage, a spacious family home, or a cozy hut nestled among the trees. The possibilities are endless!' potential buyers were told.
