A tin shed located in a quiet corner of Tasmania‘s Bruny Island hides a secret.

With its weathered corrugated iron exterior and boxy shape, it could be mistaken for a large storage building or old shearing shed.

But how wrong you would be.

Walk through the doors and you soon realise that this unassuming property is in fact a stunningly designed four-bedroom home.

A team of three architects joined forces to create the truly special property, located in Simpsons Bay.

Hobart architects Giles Newstead, Richard Loney and Richard Brenchley spent years meticulously planning, building and designing the property.

The result is an exemplary home boasting creative design and exceptional craftsmanship that also showcases the natural surrounds to full effect.

The origin story of the Simpsons Bay property perhaps offers an explanation for its unique look, feel and design. It all traces back to a prior project when the trio of architects worked together.

Years ago, they were commissioned to convert a North Hobart industrial warehouse into two luxury townhouses. During that particular project, portions of the existing structure were deemed unsuitable for the planned redevelopment.

With a resourceful spirit, the architects recognised the value in these unusable components and salvaged them for a new residence they planned to build on a vacant Bruny Island lot.

And so, the materials were transported and repurposed into this property. But don’t mistake the upcycled approach for a compromise on luxury.

Once you step inside the house, you realise it is utterly breath-taking from every angle.

One of the first elements of note is a monumental indoor/outdoor fireplace and chimney, which offers the opportunity to cook al fresco.

It’s located on one side of the large and partly covered deck, elevated high above the ground. The outdoor area has views looking out over the mature native forest, with glimpses of the bay just visible in the background.

Take the huge sliding timber and glass doors from the deck and you will arrive in an expansive living area, complete with floor-to-ceiling double-glazed windows that showcase the majestic natural forest views.

The floors, walls and ceilings are brought to life through the extensive use of warm natural timber.

A large wood heater is a cosy addition that sits on one side of the living space. Opposite it is a well-appointed kitchen featuring solid timber work surfaces.

The cooking space is anchored by a magnificent island bench, which was built by a local craftsman and made from reclaimed timber.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a dining area that also comes included with a purpose-built table crafted from Tasoak and steel. It’s designed to seat six but could easily accommodate up to 12 people.

The next surprise within the living space is a large indoor garden, which nods to Japanese Zen garden spaces. The indoor oasis features plants like a lemon tree, olive tree and avocado tree, and is lined with Tassie Gold limestone gravel.

Alongside the garden runs a walkway that provides access to the home’s four generous bedrooms, as well as a bathroom at the end of the hall.

In the bathroom, the showstopper is undoubtedly a deep ceramic tub situated alongside the indoor garden edge. The timber and glass window next to it can even be rolled back, instantly transforming it into an outdoor bath within the indoor garden.

Outdoor adventurers will also find great appeal in the location of the house. A popular walking track is easily accessible nearby and it’s just a two minute trek down through the forest to find the sandy shoreline of Simpsons Bay.

Fall Real Estate agent Jude Viney told has been charged with bringing the passion project to market. The property listing details that they’re inviting ‘offers over $1.25m’.

Boasting exceptional design and execution, the realtor believes the impressive property would attract three kinds of buyers.

There’s those who are after a top-flight holiday home, those who see it as a high-end short-stay investment property, or those who are looking to escape the grind and take up full-time residency in the secluded home.

The real estate agent told Daily Mail Australia that visitors to the property have been floored by the property’s unique design.

‘They’ve commented on how the minimalist Japanese zen character of the building is in contrast with the industrial character of the repurposed trusses and reused hardwood used in floors and walls,’ Jude told Daily Mail.

The realtor also noted the location of the property amongst the natural forest setting was also a feature point.

‘Large double glazed windows look out onto the sculptural trunks of mature blue gums,’ Jude said, adding that bird-spotters have enjoyed watching the trees because it’s ‘a habitat for endangered swift parrots’

The location was another major drawcard that Jude said stood out to prospective buyers during inspections.

‘Walk a few minutes through the bush to a safe beach for swimming, fishing and kayaking,’ he said.

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