Welcome to 49 Forrest Road - both a sanctuary and a smart investment. The beautifully renovated, character-filled home offers versatile living and income potential, all within walking distance to town, schools and the river.
This spacious five bedroom, four bathroom residence combines modern updates with timeless charm and incorporates separate studio accommodation. The main house boasts a bright, open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area that connects beautifully with the extended, covered timber deck - perfect for entertaining and enjoying the winter sunshine from the north. Polished timber floors run throughout the living spaces, complemented by vaulted ceilings and skylights that fill the home with natural light. The updated kitchen features new flooring, cabinetry and tiling offering a fresh, modern feel. A separate east-facing rear courtyard offers a tranquil escape, perfect to drop in a hot tub or escape to enjoy some peace.
The primary suite includes an ensuite bathroom and walk in robe, along with access to an adjoining room that is ideal for use as home office or nursery. Bedroom three is generously sized with built in robes, and a family bathroom with a separate WC is conveniently located near the laundry. Bedroom four enjoys its own ensuite and private WC, ensuring comfort and privacy.
A newly constructed studio under the main roof provides additional living options. With a separate, private, gated entrance with parking; courtyard with hot and cold outdoor shower; and a cleverly designed one bedroom unit with open-plan living, kitchenette, and bathroom; this space is perfect for guests, long-term rental, or short stay. Registered under the Short-Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) Register it enjoys good occupancy levels with scope to increase.
The property sits proudly behind a private, solid wall lined with established deciduous trees providing welcome shade in summer and light in winter, creating a peaceful private garden setting.
Electric gate access to the carport from the side road provides convenient shoppers' entry through the laundry/mudroom. There's also a handy storage shed for garden tools.
Located close to town with easy access to the river, this home blends convenience, comfort, and versatility. Don't miss the opportunity to make it yours!
Disclaimer: We have in preparing this document used our best endeavours to ensure the information contained is true and accurate but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements contained. Interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this material. Licensee: Downsouth (WA) Pty Ltd ACN 125 383 628
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