Last Listing description (March 2017)
With all the character of yesteryear including traditional high ceilings, polished jarrah floors, ornate fireplaces, decorative ceiling roses and much more, this traditional brick & iron character home is set on a 552 sqm block and features the convenience of an Easement Benefit for rear Right of Way (ROW) parking via private electronic gate.
Perfectly positioned to enjoy the exceptional lifestyle that Guildford offers and just minutes walking to prestigious Guildford Grammar School.
FEATURING:
* An elegant classic front verandah typical of period homes in Guildford with roses, wisteria and a traditional white picket fence.
* Enter through a striking ornate black gloss door with all the traditional brass trimmings complimented with a stunning surround of irises in leadlight which invites you through to an impressive formal hallway with high ceilings, jarrah polished floorboards and an ornate corbelled arch which leads to the formal dining and living areas.
FORMAL DINING, SITTING ROOM, LOUNGE & STUDY:
* The formal dining has a cosy wood fireplace with decorative mantle plus a gas bayonet and provides generous seating capacity for entertaining family and friends.
* A second corbelled archway leads from the formal dining to an elegant sitting room. This also provides access to the fourth bedroom plus an additional separate room (not photographed) for you own study/office.
* The Lounge is light and bright and features R/C inverter air conditioning, fan light and an extensive wall of framed glass doors and windows that open to a large garden and outdoor entertaining area.
BEDROOMS (4):
* The generous sized Master bedroom has a decorative ceiling rose and pendant, sash window and its own wall mounted r/c air-conditioning unit.
* The second and third bedrooms each have sash windows and their own stunning fireplace with cast iron insert and decorative mantle.
* The fourth bedroom located off the sitting/sun room has its own set of French doors to the front verandah which gives it the added bonus of separate entry and exit.
KITCHEN:
The country cooks kitchen includes electric wall oven, gas cooktop and stainless steel range-hood (in original chimney hearth), Bosch dishwasher, a pull-out drawer pantry, glass overhead display cupboards and swing corner shelving.
A small room which leads to the bathrooms and laundry has been perfectly adapted with cabinetry for a recessed wine cooler and fridge area. This room also has the benefit of a separate access door to the outdoor entertaining area.
BATHROOMS (2), LAUNDRY AND WC S (2):
The house offers two (2) bathrooms:
* Bathroom 1 features a shower with vanity, WC and heated towel rack.
* Bathroom 2 features black and white tiles, a luxury claw foot bath, vanity with ornate bowl and complimented with decorative tapware.
* Light and bright Laundry includes plenty of under bench storage (plus second WC off the Laundry)
OUTDOORS AND PARKING:
* A Large outdoor entertaining with spectacular feature limestone wood and wrought iron flows through to the inspirational gardens with rambling paths, a magnificent fish pond, fountains, lawn for the kids (room for a pool!) plenty of deciduous trees, fig tree and traditional prolific lemon tree, a fabulous day bed area to sit and relax, outdoor shower and much for your eyes to discover.
* Private parking is accessed via the electronic gate at the rear ROW. This access is included as an 'Easement Benefit on the Title.
PRIME GUILDFORD LOCATION
Situated in a low traffic hidden nook in Guildford and with very close proximity to all amenities including, restaurants, bars, shops, schools, bus, train, shopping facilities and the gateway to Perth's beautiful Swan Valley Winery Region. This home has it all and is an absolute MUST to view!
FOR A COMPLIMENTARY APPRAISAL AT ANY TIME, PLEASE CALL HEIDI MCATEE ON 0406 321 770