84 Union Road

Carmel WA 6076

An amazing opportunity has presented itself in the sale of this home - The current custodians have made the decision to move on and another family or individual will now have the opportunity to own and inhabit this amazing and historic property.

Built in 1919 for the Fawkes family the home is built in the federation style of traditional red brick with Flemish bond brickwork construction and clay tiles, that reportedly originated from Marseilles France and arrived in Western Australia as ship's ballast.

George Fawkes's original land allocation was much bigger, and he used the property as a Nursery to sell fruit trees and grape vines to the emerging orchards and vineyards that now occupy the valley. The land surrounding the house has been sold off over time and it now resides over a manageable 6093 sqm - (approx. 1.6 acres).

Of course, the original homestead occupies the prime location in the valley being protected and enjoying the Northern light. It has the advantage of a Winter creek. Whilst the verdant gardens with many European exotic and native varieties are kept flourishing from the onsite bore. The property has the convenience of a main water supply. Parts of the garden have taken many years to mature including a large oak tree and a stand of tall camellias that when on display are magnificent.

The Residence.

Appearing as good as it was when constructed over 100 years ago, the house is a testament to the (only) 4 owners who have loved and cherished this piece of local history. The home still has all its original features such as high ceilings, Jarrah flooring, corbelled arches, ornate ceilings and cornicing. It even has the original glass in the windows as well as stained glass features and open fires with original surrounds and tiles. The home has a convertible floor plan allowing for up to 4 bedrooms, or if you like 3 beds and a study. There has been an extension added that allows for more living area and the extensions are sympathetic to the original home. The kitchen is spacious with plenty of room and storage. It features a "range" style Rayburn stove which also feeds the hot water system that is left burning through the winter months and heats the home as well.

The Cottages.

The property has the potential to operate as a business and has two very unique out buildings. One was the original wash house and the other the coach house that are now fitted out as short stay accommodation. They are both 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and beautifully finished with much style that the current owners have added. They are apart from the main dwelling and are secluded and private with separate entry for guests.

Pages could be written about the amenity of this property including the gazebo area with its croquet lawn, the tall gums, the valley views over the vineyards and not least the fact that Kalamunda township is minutes away. The City of Perth and airport are very close by (easy to commute) and the location in the valley in Carmel being one of the most stunning locations in Western Australia.

This is a very unique property with history and provenance; whoever purchases it will be the next custodian of something very special!