A 32 year old Queenstown man has been charged with one count of Arson and minor drugs related offences following a suspicious house fire in Queenstown overnight.

Shortly after 10pm on Tuesday 9 May 2017, Tasmania Police and the Tasmania Fire Service responded to a house fire in Bury Street, Queenstown.

Upon the arrival of emergency services the residence was totally engulfed by flames. The fire was quickly brought under control and extinguished, however the property has suffered extensive damage and is considered a total loss.

At the time of the fire the residence was unoccupied and no injuries were reported.

Police conducted immediate investigations into the fire which resulted in a man being taken into custody.

The 32 year old Queenstown man was bailed to appear at the Queenstown Magistrates Court at a later date.

Anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious around the time of the fire or is able to provide any additional information are urged to contact Queenstown Police on 64713020 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au.