13 Collins Street, Donnybrook WA 6239

This lovely 3 x 1 character cottage on a large 931m2 block has all the country charm in the world. The photos really do it justice but a viewing is essential to truly appreciate its real appeal. This classic gem is ideally located close to the Donnybrook town centre where as short walk will get you easily to many town amenities, and is opposite to the famous Apple Fun Park; perfect for kids or grandkids to enjoy.
This circa 1930 weatherboard has been lovingly renovated and treasured by the current owners, where it has been a happy family home for many years. You will be delighted by many of the original character features throughout including pressed tin ceilings and walls, ornate cornices and ceiling rosettes, sash windows, jarrah fireplace surrounds and wide jarrah floorboards in the both the entry and front bedrooms. Improvements have been tastefully done maintaining the classic period feel while ensuring modern comfort. Tasmanian Oak flooring is throughout the main bedroom and living areas and period light fittings feature throughout. French doors open out to wide sheltered verandahs from both the dining/living and master bedroom. The main living area boasts a large kitchen with a 900mm electric oven with gas hobs, huge pantry and a large powered island bench providing additional storage space all adjacent to a generous dining/living space. The rear family room provides flexibility for a second TV room, games room or sunny sitting room which opens out to a large gabled patio, ideal for year round entertaining. The large bathroom has a toilet, separate shower and bath and there is a second toilet off the laundry.
Features throughout this home ensure comfort and convenience, with reverse cycle airconditioning, quiet ceiling fans, gas bayonet to the original fireplace and ceiling insulation. Storage is at a premium with a large walk in robe in the master bedroom, built-in robe to second bedroom and a large linen and amenities cupboard close to the laundry..
The rear entertaining area includes a sizeable paved area and raised deck which has a pleasing outlook to fruit trees, raised vegetable beds and a small grove of mature Silver Birch trees. This fully enclosed backyard promises family appeal and country charm with an existing chicken coop and cute cubby and sandpit. A gated side access driveway opens onto the rear yard and a separate, lockable, single car garage or workshop.
Donnybrook is a friendly medium sized town situated in the rolling foothills of the Darling Scarp and the Preston River Valley, with all modern services available locally, while still only 25 minutes from Bunburys' Regional Centre.
This property offers some serious lifestyle potential and classic cottage appeal, with an attractive asking price.
For viewing contact the exclusive listing agent Peter Hayes on 0427428358. You must see this one.