12 Ainslie Road

North Fremantle WA 6159

Walk home from the river or dinner with friends to this delightful limestone and brick character home, located on one of North Fremantle's most desirable streets just moments from the river.An original worker's cottage thought to have been built in the 1910s, this heritage-listed home is a timeless example of Federation Queen Anne architecture. Its classic features include a beautiful tuckpointed elevation, double hung sash windows, tall, ornate skirtings, high ceilings, antique timber doors and original fireplace surrounds.Ainslie Road has long been thought of as one of North Fremantle's prettiest and most coveted streets; with its tree-lined verges, heritage homes and proximity to the river's edge and beach.Ainslie is also an easy walk to the village-like hub of Queen Victoria Street; home to some of North Fremantle's most popular cafes, eateries and entertainment including Propeller, Habitue, Mojo's, Mrs Brown Bar, Flipside Burgers, Piggy Food Co, Ooh Coffee and Bruce Town. The house is also walking distance to North Fremantle Primary School, childcare, playgrounds, public transport, North Fremantle Social Farm and an easy drive or bike ride to Leighton Beach and the Fremantle cappuccino strip. The house is on the high side of Ainslie Road and slightly elevated from the street, a feature that adds to its pleasing elevation. Concrete steps lead up to a generously sized front veranda, a perfect place to sit with a coffee and watching the quiet street. The original entry with classic front door and coloured glass windows opens up to a light-filled, airy hallway with an outlook straight to the lush back garden beyond. Off the hallway are three spacious original bedrooms. The two front bedrooms have twin double hung sash windows overlooking the front garden and street, while the third bedroom receives lovely eastern light. Each bedroom is oversized with two having their original chimney. An ornate archway brings one to the heart of the home; the north-facing, light-filled open-plan kitchen, living and dining with French doors to the garden. With honey-coloured timber cabinets, plenty of benchtop space and outlook over the living area to the alfresco, the kitchen is ideal for the entertainer and home cook.An exposed limestone and brick wall is a charming feature to the inviting living space, which also overlooks the back garden. The home has restored jarrah floorboards throughout and has been freshly painted.The back garden is a great size, with the house on a 427sqm block. The lush, lawned back garden feels private; with a huge Chinese Elm tree adding gentle dappled shade while a citrus tree, palms, yuccas and bamboo edge the fences. A paved gazebo, clad in an old grapevine, offers a perfect place for entertaining and enjoying a relaxed meal outdoors. This is the kind of unfussy garden where children love being left to their own devices to play, while parents can still keep an easy eye on them from the kitchen. The gardens still contain the original outdoor toilet, ideal for use as a small garden shed.The house has a combined laundry and bathroom, accessed by a beautiful antique timber door with glass insets. Here there is a classic terracotta floor, wall-mounted vanity sink and shower.There is plenty of off-street car parking, with a long driveway culminating in a single carport in the back garden. There is a charming feature here - two glass display cases recessed into the home's limestone walls that show bottles, cutlery and coins unearthed during the home's restorations.With three bedrooms and a good-sized garden, this is a wonderful home for professional couples, young families, empty nesters or downsizers. Move in as it is or take the opportunity to add your own stamp. Houses on Ainslie Road don't last long, so move quickly.FEATURES- Single carport with additional parking for 3 cars- Potential for a second storey with views of the river and parklands- Located on arguably North Fremantle's premier hilltop street - North-facing backyard- 427sqm blockRates & Local Information:Water Rates: $1455.34 (2021/22)City of Fremantle Council Rates: $2565.14 (2021/22)Zoning: R25Primary School: North Fremantle Primary SchoolSecondary School: John Curtin College of the Arts, Fremantle College, Melville Senior High School & Shenton College. Heritage Listing: Municipal Inventory Level 3*PLEASE NOTE while every effort has been made to ensure the given information is correct at the time of listing, this information is provided for reference only and is subject to change.