11 Tuckfield Street

Fremantle WA 6160

Located within the exclusive Fremantle Arts Precinct, this remarkable character cottage is a master reveal of extraordinary living zones and period reminders from the early 1900s. A classic exterior of natural limestone & quoined windows reveals vast interior appointments of soaring ceilings, jarrah floors and several living spaces, inclusive of two studio areas, and an underground cellar. Flanked by rows of charming heritage homes with prime street elevation, this unique cul-de-sac community has access to some of the finest Fremantle treasures. Closely located to the Fremantle Arts Centre you can settle-in to one of its live concerts from the comforts of home. Walk in every direction to beautiful parks and cafes, and importantly, enjoy the convenience of a secure placement within the sought-after John Curtin College Catchment - along with access to multiple schools - all within walking range.This is indeed a grand-scale residence - extra-large bedrooms (one with an enchanting wall mural), a huge country-style kitchen & Mediterranean-style bathroom, and a fully enclosed alfresco entertaining zone which spills out to tiered garden beds.Clad in terracotta tiles & granite benchtops, the kitchen is anchored by a magnificent pendant light feature - an original copper IXL preserve-factory 'jam pan' - along with quality appliances, inclusive of a 5-burner ILVE gas cooker and Fisher & Paykel two-drawer dishwasher.The adjoining bathroom, tiled in wall-to-floor terracotta, continues the Mediterranean theme. Fit for family use, it includes generous countertops, a large, frameless glass shower, a heated ceiling lamp & charming claw-tooth tub.As one of many areas to retreat or flick on a film, the cozy library or loungeroom features a fireplace (Subiaco Restorations) & ample shelving for hard backs & adornments.The rear of the home is an entertainer's paradise; a custom-built alfresco is framed in bifold doors, with ply-wood ceilings and a large commercial-grade kitchen - equipped with stainless countertops, an industrial-style exhaust fan, a wok burner (to be re-installed if desired). A sunny dining platform accommodates a 10-seater table with ease, while next door, a spacious laundry room, along with a (rodent-proof) larder, accommodates extra storage & party supplies. Adjacent, and admired via glass French doors, a huge playroom, study or yoga studio, along with a separate fourth bedroom (carpeted), enjoy independent external access (via stunning leadlight doors) - offering the ideal opportunity for a home office or teenager's retreat - while tucked at the very rear of the allotment is a studio building with a simple kitchenette and bathroom.With several scenic parks nearby, excellent primary schools only a short walk away and friendly parents' groups at the Arts Centre, this charming enclave is a wholly family-oriented community with access to it all - the river, sea, cafe strips & fabulous markets - and despite having the rare bonus of off-street tandem parking - the need for a car here is near obsolete!- Built (circa) early 1900s- Located on a quiet cul-de-sac within the exclusive Fremantle Arts Precinct & John Curtin College Catchment- Charming limestone & brick quoin facade, prime street elevation & sunny front porch- Jarrah floors, extra-high ceilings, decorative cornices & original architraves- Leadlight feature windows- Country-style open-plan kitchen, terracotta floor tiles, ILVE 5-burner cooker/stove, Fisher & Paykel double-drawer dishwasher, granite benchtops, fabulous feature pendant light- Separate lounge room, new (Subiaco Restorations) fireplace- Extra-spacious bedrooms, one with wall mural- Huge Mediterranean-style bathroom, terracotta tiles, frameless glass shower- Independent access to studio space/playroom + extra bedroom- Fabulous alfresco-style entertaining zone with stainless benchtops, extractor canopy, wok burner (to be reinstalled) - Rear larder/dry goods storage room- Rear studio with kitchenette, bathroom- Huge laundry/washroom/extra storage- Downlighting throughout- Ducted and split-system air-conditioning- Limestone (below ground) cellar- Easy-care garden beds- Security locks on doors & windows- Tandem off-street parking for (up to) 3 cars (very rare bonus for Tuckfield street)Location attributes:- 2-minute walk to Fremantle Arts Centre & Fremantle Port Swimming Club- 5-minute walk to John Curtin College of the Arts- 15-minute walk to East Fremantle Primary School (& George Street's charming Plympton Precinct, boutiques, cafes, bars & fitness studios)- 8-minute walk to CBC Fremantle & St Patrick's Primary School- Under 20-minute walk to the Fremantle Markets & Notre Dame University- 10-minute walk to the river- 5-minute drive to South Terrace's vibrant cafe & lifestyle strip- 6-minute drive to Bather's Beach & Fishing Boat Harbour- 6-minute drive to Woolworth's Palmyra, Fresh Provisions, Princi Bros Butcher- Less than 10-minute drive to South Fremantle Market Place (Woolworth's, Aldi, Dan Murphy's, Dolce & Salato & more)- Less than 10-minute walk to Clancy's Fish Pub- 5-minute drive to Fremantle Train StationOutgoings (Approx).Town of Fremantle: $3,418.97 p.a.Water Corporation: $1,678.43 p.a.