Sitting alongside exclusive company, 167 St John Street is part of a group of Georgian townhouses recognised for their elegant architecture and esteemed residents over the years earning their title as "Quality Row". Originally built in the 1840s by the renowned James Bennell and sold in 1853 to the first mayor of Launceston, William Button. The commanding façade has been immaculately maintained and stands proudly featuring four original twelve-pane, double-hung sash windows with the original external shutters. The captivating entrance was rendered to imitate rusticated ashlar and features an elliptical fanlight and quarter pillars with squared capitals designed to reflect regency trends. Entering through the original 6-panel door you are welcomed by an elegant entrance hallway dividing sumptuous formal rooms. Boasting superbly crafted authentic period features that seamlessly blend with an elegant renovation sympathetic to its stately heritage origins. Offering a versatile floorplan comprising of up to 5 bedrooms, all generous in size, and the master with picturesque views. Two bathrooms are located throughout the residence and the palatial family bathroom features a bath. Enjoy various formal and informal living domains all featuring original cedar mantels and the lounge in the basement featuring a cosy wood heater. The open-plan kitchen and dining area is bathed in northern sunlight and connects to the outdoor courtyard through glass French doors creating seamless indoor/outdoor living. Externally the home continues to impress offering a white pebble alfresco area, an immaculate landscaped rear yard, and a double-car garage with a storage shed. Enviably located on St John Street this residence offers the ultimate lifestyle appeal just a minutes' walk to all city amenities including the Charles Street café strip, The Launceston General Hospital, leading local restaurants, multiple parklands and the Launceston CBD. Experience the captivating charm of this beautiful Georgian residence whilst enjoying a low-maintenance lifestyle a stone's throw to the CBD. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Launceston's history. Heritage homes of this calibre, this close to the CBD are a rarity and seldom come to market. If you would like more information or to inspect this property please get in contact with us today.