This gorgeous character Victorian Italianate home sits high on the Balfour Street Hill, soaking up the sun and the panoramic view of Launceston and the Tamar River from the veranda's wrapping around the front of the home. Situated on an 1100 m2 block of land this substantial property offers a well maintained family home of generous proportions and is complemented with fantastic off-street parking, a garage and carports. The home features a central hallway with polished floor boards off which are four generous bedrooms, the main with extensive built-ins and window seat. There are delightful character features throughout the home including marble and timber fire surrounds and high ceilings. The large living room has a fireplace, window seat and opens onto the veranda, combining indoor and outdoor entertaining. In addition there is an office of dining room also with fireplace and opening onto a private veranda on the western side of the home. The combined kitchen, living and meals area is ideal for everyday living, and with a wood heater is cosy in the winter months, but also opens up onto the veranda to enjoy the breezes on a summer evening. The home also has a ducted reverse cycle system throughout. Externally there are several small outbuildings, ideal for storage and a covered outdoor entertaining area. Offering excellent privacy and space, this is a wonderful family home with an outlook that would be hard to surpass. Inspections by appointment.