Rumor has it this charming residence built in the late 1890s was originally constructed as a workers cottage for the historic Woodbridge house.
Given its original features, which include 13 foot ceilings, wide jarrah boards and open fireplaces, Its easy to imagine life at the turn of the previous century.
Her new owners will have none of he pioneering hardships of course with its renovated kitchen, bathroom compleate with an orignal claw foot bath, fresh paintwork, air conditioning, insulation, fantastic outdoor deck and entertain area.
The front exterior includes limestone detail sourced from the local quarries. Each of the three bedrooms are spacious, particulary the two front bedrooms which include working fireplaces and origanial sash windows. The third bedroom is under he main roof and its sunny aspect also makes it ideal as a home office.
The spacious living room has plenty of space for a dining table, and with the open fireplace , just imagine the toasty feasts you will savour in the cooler months.
The bespoke kitchen includes moden appliances, plenty of storage and workspace, slate flooring and a room for a small dining table.
French doors open out onto an enormous fully overed deck with adjoining second toilet and attached laundry. The deck is shaded by the last almond tree from the former orchard next door, which is almost as old as the house. The garden also included a large shed, seperate undercover area ideal for play equipment for the little ones, mature plants and a fenced off double carpark accessed by a secure gate from the prviate rear laneway.
You are just across the road from the Swan River flood plains and metres from the river, walking trails, Woodbridge train station and the historic Harper Park, named after Charles Harper who built Woodbridge House in 1883. The charming village of Guildford and Woodbridge house are within easy walking distance. The conveience of Midland , include the recently expaded Midland Gate Shopping Center, is a short drive away and the Swan Valley is practically on your doorstep.
Own a rare piece of Western Australian history with this beautiful historic property as is, or capitalise on its potentioal to extend and transform it into your forever home.
Currently tenanted till November 2015.
Don’t hesitate to make an offer before somone else does.
Property Code: 1880