3 Howard Street

Fremantle WA 6160

This charming Victorian-Georgian designed home was built c1888 for Captain William Owston, a master mariner, merchant & property owner. This stately heritage residence has many stories to tell and a part of the cultural & historical significance of our Port City. A generously wide hallway is a breathtaking entry statement, clad in ornate arch mouldings, rich jarrah woodwork and high decorative ceilings. An inviting traditional timber staircase sets the tone for the grace and grandeur of this harbourside property constructed in limestone, brick and iron. More impeccably preserved heritage reminders are repeated throughout the home's warm interior.Original brass light switches, high picture rails, ceiling roses and carefully restored fireplaces are located in all the bedrooms and living areas. The lead light front door, backdoor and balcony door tell you a story of this home's history, having survived through three centuries.A north facing outlook to the front verandah is seen from the two generous front rooms - one a formal dining and the other the formal lounge or sitting room and each highlighted by grand timber-framed double-hung casement windows.Flowing through from the dining room is a spacious commercial-style chefs kitchen designed for its simplicity and functionality. Fitted with practical stainless-steel benchtops and cabinetry (& integrated Bosch dishwasher), the kitchen's original hearth houses a free-standing ILVE 5-burner cooker and range and there is an abundance of power points for all your kitchen appliances.Across the back hallway is the most luxurious library, office or casual living room clad in wall-to-wall rich jarrah cabinetry, a stunning ceiling rose and fireplace, encouraging the obligatory post-dinner fine wine and relaxing mood with its chic and den-like aesthetic. Completing this floor is the rear timber decking overlooking a charming limestone-clad stable house - conveniently converted into a self-contained studio complete with a timber kitchenette and well-appointed bathroom, studio/office space, laundry room and split mezzanine-floors on both sides for storage.Upstairs, a grand central foyer anchors the four spacious bedrooms, all sharing a generous, tiled bathroom with separate toilet, glass panelled shower, corner bath and double vanity. Off the foyer is the upper floor balcony, where you can catch glimpses of the port cranes in the distance. Views of the Norfolk Island pines and Fremantle's Fishing Boat Harbour can be enjoyed from this sunny aspect which adds another zone for entertaining and relaxing. With its nautical origins and prime harbourside location, this awe-inspiring property offers an opulent lifestyle whilst being central to the Port City's attractions. Walk to Fishing Boat Harbour, Bather's Beach, Freo's West End, Fremantle Markets, countless cafes, bars, restaurants, wellness studios, South Fremantle's entertainment precinct and Fremantle Primary School. This inviting grand dame is the jewel in the crown for supremely comfortable family living.Formally appointed Heritage brick, limestone & iron construction (built c1888)North facing anterior aspect Limestone, steel secure picket fence, secure tandem parking (2-3 cars) electric sliding gate Wide-set jarrah & oak floors, high ceilings, decorative ceiling roses, high picture rails Wide hallways, arches & decorative mouldings & skirtingsOriginal timber & marble fireplaces x 6 (all bedrooms) Double hung timber framed sash windows & casement windows (lightly tinted) Grand timber staircaseUnderstairs cellar/storageDucted reverse-cycle air-conditioning (upper floor)Three grand balconies Commercial-style kitchen; stainless steel benches & cabinetryFree-standing ILVE 5-burner cooker; Bosch dishwasher Huge upper floor bedrooms Timber clad library / home officeFormal dining & living rooms Free-standing studio (stable house) with bathroom & kitchenette Storage room/workshop and wash house Three toilets (one in the main home, one in studio & original out-house Nord panel heater Solar roof panels Enviroheat hotwater system (power saving system)Reticulated rear gardens Quality window locks; decorative security screen doors throughout Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour directly across the road Stroll to Wray Avenue - cafes, Galati & Sons, Franks' butcherDirect access to South Terrace's cafes, restaurants, bakeries, wellness studios, boutiques and more Walk to South Beach & Bathers Beach, West End, Fremantle Markets, Fishing Boat Harbour & Notre Dame University 5-6 minute drive Woolworths South Fremantle, Peaches Fresh & IGA South Fremantle Less than 5-minute walk to Fremantle Hospital Regular bus service via South TerraceIn catchment to Fremantle Primary School - Water Rates: Approx $2,044 per annum as of June 30 2024- Council Rates: Approx $3,497 as of June 30 2024DISCLAIMER: This information is provided for general information purposes only and is based on information provided by third parties and may be subject to change. No warranty or representation is made as to its accuracy and interested parties should place no reliance on it and should make their own independent enquiries.