35 Gellibrand Drive, Opossum Bay. Picture: SUPPLIED

IN its absolute beachfront position, this gorgeous single-level cottage is enchanting.

Instantly appealing from the beach or from the street, this comfortable two-bedroom abode is one of the most admired homes in this stunning beachfront setting.

Perfect for those who enjoy having friends or family come to visit, the property has sun decks on two sides, which makes picking and choosing between sun or shade a breeze.

There is also a covered outdoor entertainment space located just off the kitchen.

Gorgeous street appeal.

Views for days.

There is an open-plan lounge and dining area with access to a timber deck with views overlooking the River Derwent, towards Hobart’s southern suburbs and the Mount Wellington Ranges. With its westerly orientation, this is the ideal spot to luxuriate in sun until the end of the day.

In the living room there are polished timber floors and a freestanding wood heater.

The kitchen is neat and tidy. It has benchspace on multiple sides, a dishwasher, plenty of storage including eye-height cupboards, and a spot to enjoy a casual breakfast.

When it’s time for a nap, the sleeping quarters are positioned privately from one another, the second bedroom located in a freestanding bungalow off one of the decks.

The first bedroom is a double-sized space with built-in wardrobes.

A lovely lifestyle.

Cook up a feast.

Outside, there is a double carport, a large shed, three water storage tanks, and gardens highlighted by tall trees.

Perhaps the most exciting part of the grounds surrounding the cottage are the rock steps that hop, skip and jump down to the beautiful beach.

Opossum Bay is about a 35-minute drive south of Hobart.

No.35 Gellibrand Lane, Opossum Bay is listed with St Andrews Estate Agents at “Offers over $750,000”.

CoreLogic figures for the 12 months to the end of June show 17 house sales in Opossum Bay. Over the past three years, the median house price has risen by more than 30 per cent.