9 Cambridge Road

The property is surrounded by several heritage sites on Cambridge Road, including the former Bellerive Police Station (now a Community Arts Centre) at 13‑17 Cambridge Rd, the historic shops at 10‑12 and 14‑22 Cambridge Rd, the Clarence Hotel and Shop at 4 Cambridge Rd, and the former Post Office at 19 Cambridge Rd. All are essentially on the same street, within a few metres of the house.

The Boer War Memorial and Morrisby Memorial are located at the corner of Cambridge Road and Queen Street, roughly 0.1 km from the property – a brief walk away.

In 2024 Bellerive saw major upgrades, including the Kangaroo Bay development and a redesign of the Bellerive Wharf ferry terminal to improve docking facilities and public spaces. These projects aim to enhance waterfront access and local amenities.

Bellerive Wharf, a short distance from the house, serves as the eastern port of call for Hobart commuter ferries, providing regular connections across the Derwent River to Sullivans Cove.

The median house price in Bellerive reached approximately $1.07 million in 2024, reflecting the suburb’s popularity and waterfront appeal.

Yes, within a few hundred metres you’ll find the Great War Memorial on King Street, the historic Waterman's Arms pub on Queen Street, and the former Library and Institute Building on Petchey Street, all contributing to the suburb’s village‑like atmosphere.

Cambridge Road has been a commercial hub since the early 20th century, once home to the Regent Theatre, a 300‑seat cinema and town hall opened in 1931. The street still features heritage shops and buildings that reflect Bellerive’s rich 19th‑ and 20th‑century history.