This delightful 1905-built federation semi-detached cottage rests peacefully at the bottom of this quiet leafy street full of turn of the century homes. The striking façade showcases its bull-nosed roof-line decorated with intricate lacework and sits behind the re-cycled red brick and wrought iron fence, framed by the rustic garden with attractive garden beds Open the front door and be welcomed by the period features throughout this classic cottage. Discover a home where all the interior walls have been painstakingly replaced and include earth wool insulation. The stunning hallway boasts moulded decorative panelling, high ceilings with period cornicing and ceiling roses, jarrah floor boards, ornate high skirting boards and architraves and decorated with stunning teardrop chandeliers. The character features continue through both bedrooms, with the front bedroom enjoying split system air conditioning plus ceiling fan, decorative ceiling rose and access to the front porch with colonial double doors lined with frosted glass. The second bedroom will please all with feature fireplace and full ceiling height bespoke wardrobes the clever use of wand pull-down hanging rails. The hallway then opens out to the hero of the home, the exquisite family room with new purpose-made cabinetry include library shelving, full-wall fitted window seat and with multiple cupboards and shelves, traditional fire-place with ornate mantle and eye-catching chandelier suspended from the centre ceiling rose. Meander further down to the end of the hallway and the home opens up into the welcoming feel of the vibrant renovated kitchen with 5-burner Smeg gas cooktop and oven, stylish Franke double bowl sink with water filter, new brass tapware, tile splash-back, and window views to the rear courtyard garden. The adjoining renovated bathroom features a new stone top vanity and rejuvenated classic clawfoot bath and all offset by the feature tiled walls with decorative border tiles. Beyond this is the re-modelled laundry with new ceramic sink and brass tapware The rear garden is picture postcard with recycled red brick paving, enclosed rear wall and decorative garden beds and Situated only minutes to Perth's CBD, this unique abode is in one of Perth's most sought after and highly desirable Character Precincts with the Swan River as your neighbour down the road. You can enjoy a stroll to Banks Reserve and enjoy evening BBQ's with friends, walk over the bridge to the Optus Stadium or wander up to the bars and cafes at Claisebrook Cove in East Perth. Go in the other direction and you head towards the Mt Lawley Beaufort St café strip and you are central to a number of sporting facilities, desirable Primary and Secondary schools and the Mt Lawley train station. For those looking for something different with the desire to add their own personal touches to make this home their own, this substantial classic residence offers a unique living situation with a lock up and leave life-style amongst the charm of a bygone era. Features:- Semi detached character semi New internal walls with wool insulation Character features include high ceilings, jarrah floorboards, decorative ceilings and working fireplaces Renovated Kitchen and bathroom Split system reverse cycle air conditioning Bespoke cupboards and cabinets in bedroom and family room Entertaining front and rear gardens with secure on-site garage parking for 1 car plus an extra car Rear lane access Decorative period façade
Email enquiry to Mark Hay - East Perth
Property ID: 145981952