Sitting proudly on one of Nedlands most prestigious streets, boasting expansive views of the river, the city and hills, is this inviting double-storey extended and renovated character home of generous proportions.
This irresistible offering is packed with features that character-lovers adore - gleaming Jarrah floors and staircase, wrap-around verandas, high ceilings, tuck-pointing and delicate plaster work - all impeccably maintained.
Add a flawless extension, with a forward-thinking floorplan, created with unwavering sympathy to the era of the original dwelling. The result is a timeless and valuable home with accommodation that is entirely consistent with the demands of modern family living.
Created by master craftsman, the entry of the home is evocative, consisting of original mosaic floor tiles and floor-to-ceiling Jarrah panelling.
The heart of the home is the voluminous, light filled open-plan living, dining and kitchen space designed with the utmost attention to detail.
Maintaining soaring ceiling heights this area is both stunning and functional.
The family room has a gorgeous gas fire place with doors to the alfresco spaces giving sensational connectivity to the outdoor spaces.
Enormous in scale and filled with every modern convenience, the kitchen is an absolute highlight, where Sunday roasts and Christmas fare are just the beginning!
It has Miele appliances, a central wooden island bench for “eating-in”, granite benchtops offering loads of workspace, glass splashbacks, quality cabinetry, an integrated cool room and large windows offering elevated garden aspects. A generous dining area is located nearby.
Natural light streams through the glass walls of a conservatory that opens directly from the family room.
Air-conditioned and protected, this outdoor room will be a popular place to relax overlooking the pool.
The kitchen, lounge and conservatory all overlook the superbly set out backyard and pool, beyond which you have views through to the Nedlands Tennis club and golf course.
The remaining ground floor accommodation consists of a peaceful front lounge room, with corner window seating, gas fireplace and white French doors and windows.
There is a functional study with walls of sparkling leadlight windows and a separate entry.
You will also find the home's ground floor queen-sized guest bedroom, with a pretty fountain outlook, access to an impeccable ensuite and built-in wardrobes.
Designed with ingenuity to give ultimate separation, the second storey consists of two distinct zones.
Take the stairs to the east to the master suite - the ultimate relaxation haven and one of the largest we have seen.
Consisting of a luxurious bedroom adjoining a private sitting room encircled by French windows and doors opening onto the large wrap-around veranda.
From here, there are leafy views to the river, the Darling Scarp and the city.
An airy ensuite bathroom that will meet your every whim, plus a walk-in wardrobe, completes the picture.
Amazing river views fill the sun-lit, multi-use room nearby.
Currently used as a gym, but could work as another study or hobby studio.
The third bedroom, with A-shaped ceiling and windows and white plantation shutters, is opposite the master.
This is an ideal sleeping space for a young child, but equally flexible to suit a multitude of uses.
On the opposite side of the upper floor, you will find the rest of the sleeping quarters.
Consisting of two king-sized bedrooms that will take your brood into adulthood given their size, separation and fit-out.
Each room opens onto a wide west-facing balcony with an expansive tennis club and golf course vista - any teenager's dream hang-out.
A stunning family-sized bathroom, with classical claw-foot bath, long double vanity, oversized frameless shower and brass fittings completes this stylish and practical zone.
The glorious gardens have recently undergone a complete transformation by highly regarded Tim Davies Landscaping.
Cleverly planned to ensure you spend more time enjoying your quarter acre than working on it!
There is an enormous swimming pool, white-washed gazebo, various alfresco and lawn areas designed around mature trees with beautiful plantings, hedges and feature lighting.
Tiered, practical and private, with a scale that can accommodate massive gatherings and offer your children ideal play spaces.
This quality character abode with phenomenal views in this blue ribbon river precinct represents an astute investment opportunity. Let your family live the dream!
Additional features:
- Saltwater concrete pool with concealed cover system and new solar heating
- Ducted zoned reverse cycle air-conditioning (plus two extra split systems)
- Security system with 3 monitors
- Electronic gates
- Excellent internal and external storage
- Walk-in temperature controlled cool room
- Remote controlled, retractable awning over alfresco deck
- Airphone and C-Bus systems
- Top-of-the-range Miele appliances, including 90cm Miele oven
- Double garage plus secure off-street parking for 4 cars with convenient turning circle access
- Large workshop and storeroom
This home is a rare delight and one that you need to see in person to properly appreciate and judge accurately.
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