78 Wilson Street, Bassendean WA 6054

This gracious old Lady known to the owners as "Argyle" will surely steal your heart and arouse all those romantic feelings. Spread over two separate equal sized titles totaling a large 972 sqm block, this gorgeous classic weather board and Iron residence just oozes charm, romance and all the authentic classic character features from a bygone era.

3 bedroom 2 bathroom residence
Soaring 12 ft high ornate ceilings
Wandoo and jarrah timber flooring
Classic wide central feature hallway
Ornate formal lounge & original f/place
Separate o/plan kitchen/dinning & family
Beautiful full wrap around verandahs
Separate home office or teenage pad
Stunning and lush manicured gardens
Stacks of extra ancillary vehicle parking
Large 972 sqm block - 2 separate titles
Walk to town, river, parks and Bass oval

As you drive past this iconic Bassendean residence, the white picket fence that surrounds and frames this gorgeous home just leaves you wanting.
Apparent from the entrance the original timber Wandoo timber floors, the high ornate ceilings and the traditional long hallway immediately takes your eye.
Running of the hallway to the left is the formal lounge room which still retains the classic features of yesteryear including original tiled open fire place, stained lead light french colonial doors leading out to one of four verandahs and of course the 12 inch cornices.
The master bedroom with claw foot bath ensuite and two further minor bedrooms also lead of the passageway.
The third bedroom currently utilised as one of two offices was once the original kitchen meals room, this is evidenced by the old metters stove still in place.

The end of the hallway leads you into the open plan kitchen , large dining and family room.
The large kitchen will satisfy any serious cook with plenty of bench space, stacks of cupboards and with a beautiful outlook over the lush backyard and private covered sitting nook exiting from the kitchen, where you can enjoy your morning coffee or tea while listening to the tranquil sounds from the feature water fountain.

The kitchen also overlooks the large dining and family area and really is the hub of the home where may a good family gathering has been held.
The second bathroom and laundry is combined and once would have been the original wash house. Adjacent to the bathroom/laundry is a store room with has access underneath should you want to establish wine cellar.

But why would you spend time inside when outside is just gorgeous. Lush lawns, established shading summer trees and a secret garden that leads you the a separate vege patch are just some delights that will appeal.
Wander your way to the back yard and a separate home office (or gym/studio/teenage pad )
had been established at the rear of the garage.
A feature to "Argyle" is the stacks of ancillary off street parking that is available. Whether you have a boat, caravan or extra vehicles, this property caters for all.

Beautifully located to take advantage of all the local amenities including the Swan river and Bassendean oval, "Argyle" is a must view for those searching for a property offering a piece of local history while enjoying what this much loved home already has to offer.


For more information or to arrange a viewing on "Argyle" please contact
PATRICK HARPER - 0413 440 107