59 The Avenue, Nedlands WA 6009

AUCTION:
Onsite: 11am, 20 November 2021
Deposit: $100,000 (at the fall of the hammer)
Settlement: 30 or 60 days (to be nominated by the buyer)

Towering over a large quarter acre block with sensational river views, this iconic 1980s home is ready to move in, or revitalise to create a modern masterpiece. Located one block back from the expansive Nedlands foreshore and 10 minutes to the CBD and private schools, this large family home is perfectly located for a convenient and active lifestyle.

Architecturally designed by Ian Brackenridge, this striking design was ahead of its time. With soaring ceilings, winding jarrah staircase, parquetry floors and floor to ceiling windows, a grand and luxurious ambience fills you from the moment you enter through the large wooded double doors.

Upstairs, is a magnificently large living room with herringbone floors, fireplace and breathtaking views down Bessell Avenue to the green parklands and sparkling Swan River. From the comfort of your own lounge you can look out across the river to see boats and dolphins pass by. The kitchen has equally spectacular views across an enormous balcony. You'll have a generous 46 square metres of upstairs outdoor entertaining space with a view that is hard to beat. From here you will be mesmerised by the calming river views which stretch all the way to Perth City and Como. This is the perfect place for elegant entertaining, with plenty of space for a dining and lounge area. Sit up here as the sun goes down, sipping cocktails high in the sky.

Behind the living room is a wing with two large bedrooms, large bathroom and separate powder room. The front bedroom has floor to ceiling windows and the same incredible river views as the living and balcony. The second bedroom has built-in robes and views out to the garden.

Downstairs, is another large living area with beautiful parquetry floors, which opens up through glass doors to the terrace in the backyard shaded by a wonderful established grapevine. In the wing off the downstairs living area is a laundry and enormous linen cupboard, bathroom, powder room and two more generously sized bedrooms. Both bedrooms are lovely and light with large windows looking down to the river.

With large living rooms upstairs and down, there is great separation of zones allowing older kids some privacy and parents some peace and quiet. Family entertaining will be easy, with parents upstairs taking in the views, and kids keeping themselves busy downstairs.

The large backyard has lawn and shade for kids to play. There is also a lock up double garage and separate workshop. The long driveway has space for plenty of cars, as well as one under the large carport right near the front door.

From this fabulous home you can easily enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities. Playgrounds, skate park, golf course, yacht clubs and plenty of space for dogs and kids to run are right on your doorstep. It will be easy for the kids to take the dog down to the river for a walk after school, no excuses! A morning run along the river as the sun comes up will become a daily ritual, with a coffee stop at Little Way Cafe before you stroll home. You'll be just one block away from the riverside path which leads you all the way past Matilda Bay and along Mounts Bay road to the Perth CBD. It's the most beautiful 10 minute walk to UWA, or a 20 minute cycle into the CBD.

Kids will be close to schools and sports clubs with easy bus routes to private schools. The fantastic Jo Wheatley All Abilities Playground is also just a short bike or scooter ride along the river path. You'll have plenty of storage space in the lock up double garage for paddle boards and canoes which you can easily take down to the river for a paddle.

Broadway Shopping Centre, with all its amenities and services, is just down the road, as well as plenty of restaurants including Steve's Bar and Cafe.

Located in the heart of family friendly Nedlands, with cafes and shops nearby, this architectural masterpiece is ready to be restored to its former glory and create a truely unique family home.

Council rates $3239.61
Water rates $1,677.14