Meet Wilber House — a masterful synthesis of heritage character and contemporary architectural expression, where a century-old residence has been meticulously reimagined with clarity and restraint. Set along one of Mount Hawthorn’s leafy, designated character streets, this circa 1920s home has undergone a refined 2024 transformation by ZARQ Architecture & Interior Design, emerging as a secure, design-led sanctuary that honours its original fabric while introducing a sophisticated spatial reconfiguration. Generous proportions, preserved period detailing and a cohesive palette of curated materials are complemented by an expansive open-plan layout, where natural light and seamless transitions enhance flow and liveability. Large-format openings dissolve the threshold between interior and exterior, revealing a landscaped, low-maintenance garden and poolside entertaining domain framed by considered planting and architectural hardscaping. Above, a private upper-level retreat offers a calm, self-contained escape, reinforcing the home’s layered functionality. Positioned within a coveted inner-city pocket, Wilber House exemplifies the art of adaptive reuse, where enduring character is elevated through thoughtful, contemporary design.
THE HOME
4 bedroom
2 bathroom
Family / dining / kitchen
Lounge / sitting room
Laundry
Powder room
Alfresco / carport
Swimming pool
Storeroom
3 wc
Interwar home built in the early 1920s (approx.)
Renovations completed in 2024 (approx.)
FEATURES
Architecturally and interior designer inspired layout that offers a striking contrast between the home’s existing heritage and modern style
Soaring high ceilings
Solid Black Japan stained Jarrah wooden floorboards
Character picture rails, wall mouldings, ceiling roses and high feature skirting boards
Feature leadlight doors and windows
Massive second or “guest” bedroom off the entry, with split system air conditioning for climate control
Revamped main family bathroom, comprising of a walk in rain/hose shower, a natural stone vanity and a wc
Large third bedroom with split system air conditioning and a charming sash window
Huge fourth bedroom with its own sash window, split system air conditioning, built in wardrobes and a central position within the floor plan
Central downstairs sitting/lounge room with stylish light fittings and access through the “portal” of a walkway that guides you into a spacious and modern open plan family, dining and kitchen area, dominated by feature lighting and stunning vein cut travertine floor tiles
Under stair storage and a natural stone bar area to the main living zone on the ground level
A linished stainless steel island kitchen bench with an integrated dish drawer
Striking Verde Oceania marble bench tops and splashbacks on the other side of the kitchen, complemented a casual meals nook with custom seating and views out to the pool, an integrated Fisher and Paykel fridge/freezer combination, a six burner Smeg gas cooktop, a stainless steel Whispair range hood, Gaggenau oven and warming drawer appliances, a double pocket door coffee station
A connecting scullery/laundry area off the kitchen, boasting a marble bench top, travertine tiled splashbacks from Tiles of Ezra, an integrated sparkling and boiling water Zip tap, internal hanging space, endless storage options, access out to the front garden and more
Custom powder room off the laundry/scullery, with a handmade Turkish Viola Marble basin
Double door upstairs kitchenette with a sink, servicing the huge main bedroom/parent retreat that is light, bright and boasts a ceiling fan, a north facing tree lined aspect over the rooftop gardens to wake up to, sashless windows for privacy and a walk in dressing room with ample storage/built in robe space
Cavity slider leading into the sublime main bedroom ensuite, playing host to natural stone twin vanities, mirrored cabinetry, a new heated towel rack, a wc, a walk in double rain shower (with a shower hose), a separate bathtub and abundant natural light
Sisal carpet to the staircase and main bedroom suite
Ducted and zoned reverse cycle air conditioning system
Ornate/restored fireplaces in the guest and fourth bedrooms, as well as the central sitting room
Architectural light fittings
All sinks and tapware by ABI Interiors
Buster + Punch light switches throughout
ZETR power points
Two feature staircase skylights
Complete Home full house water filtration system
Instantaneous gas hot water system
OUTSIDE FEATURES
Secure front yard lawn area and a striking wraparound entry verandah behind the gorgeous picket fence and gate, providing peace of mind for when the kids and pets are at play
Doubling as your carport, the rear alfresco entertaining area overlooks the spacious, sunken and north facing sitting courtyard where a firepit wouldn’t go astray, accessible via free flowing sliding stacker doors off the family room
A feature circular “naked” mineral swimming pool with space to relax right beside it
Powered lock up rear storeroom
Provisions for an outdoor shower to be installed down the side of the property
Side drying courtyard
Space for a vegetable patch/garden down the side of the property
Outdoor garden lighting
Manicured low maintenance gardens
PARKING
A remote controlled access gate via Begley Lane at the rear, revealing the single carport that doubles as your own private outdoor alfresco entertaining area
Three (3) street parking permits available from the City of Vincent
LOCATION
Despite the serenity, the ultimate lifestyle location beckons here, within arm’s reach of Mount Hawthorn’s village buzz, Leederville’s vibrant coffee and dining scene and North Perth’s community charm. Embrace morning walks at Lake Monger, workouts at Loftus Recreation Centre or a refreshing dip at Beatty Park – it can all be part of your weekly routine. Multiple bus stops are easily accessible, as are top schools, Leederville Train Station, the freeway, the city and even our pristine Western Australian coastline. A special home like one this deserves a special setting – and that is exactly what it has got!
TITLE DETAILS
Lot 44 on Plan 2878
Volume 750 Folio 31
LAND AREA
445 sq. metres
ZONING
R30
ESTIMATED RENTAL RETURN
$1,500 - $1,600 per week
OUTGOINGS
City of Vincent: $3,012.31 / annum 25/26
Water Corporation: $1,251.71/ annum 25/26
Photos by Shaina Bostin
Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of the marketing for this property, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective buyers should make their own enquiries to satisfy themselves on all pertinent matters. Details herein do not constitute any representation by the Seller or the Seller’s Agent and are expressly excluded from any contract.
