21 Henry Street, Shenton Park WA 6008

If you have a soft spot for romantic character homes, this one will sweep you off your feet. Dating back to 1909, St Aloysius Convent School was Shenton Parks original place of Catholic worship. Now its been converted into an awe-inspiring home for the modern day.

Bespoke contemporary finishes mix exquisitely with original character, such as towering pressed metal ceilings (up to 6 metres high) and fleur-de-lys carvings that circulate the roofline. Rows of awning windows and skylights fill the main belly of the home with natural light, while an antique-style iron stove keeps everything feeling cozy in wintertime.

The north-facing alfresco terrace is studded with deciduous Manchurian Pear trees and wrapped in high walls, and the front garden has a well-established vegetable garden that promises a bountiful supply of homegrown delights.

Masterfully repurposed, the current layout encompasses a free-flowing living/dining/kitchen area, with lounge room/nook. A spiral staircase cascades from the mezzanine level (a perfect office or activity space) and there's also a below ground cellar.

The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, dressing area and door opening to the front courtyard (drenched in morning sunshine). Two minor bedrooms are tucked away at the other end of the house, perfect for accommodating guests in comfort.

Complete with its statuesque facade, the home has a well-earned place on both the local & state heritage lists. Its prime position puts you in the heart of this leafy neighbourhood, a short walk to the cafes & boutiques of Rokeby Rd, as well as Lake Jualbup and Kings Park, and just 4km from Perth CBD.

Church conversions do not come onto the market very often, and when they do they attract an extraordinary amount of interest. Act now or forever hold your peace


Approx rates
Council $2073 p/a
Water $1137 p/a