A 1920's character residence of distinction, a substantial 931sqm landholding and a revered address within a highly sought after Shenton Park enclave. A spectacular transformation, and remarkable fusion of old and new where original character melds seamlessly into compelling, architect designed spaces.
Occupying a large, rare lot, and renovated and extended to a spectacular scale within manicured gardens, this magnificent home is distinguished by its limestone and red brick gabled facade, wraparound verandah, white framed windows, chimney and stained glass leadlight front door. Equally magnificent inside, soaring ceilings, jarrah floors, ornate ceiling roses, picture rails, original fireplaces rest easily alongside modern, light filled open plan spaces.
With multiple living areas, 6 beds, 4 baths, large kitchen and dining plus expansive outdoor entertaining, lawns, pristine pool and a fully self-contained studio, this home accommodates the needs of even the biggest families across all ages and stages whilst still maintaining privacy and independence.
Large rooms flow from the elegant foyer - a home office overlooking gardens, a guest bedroom with luxury en-suite, and the primary suite of rooms that includes an en-suite, king size bedroom with fireplace and a generous bespoke dressing room.
The superbly appointed kitchen, designed to cater for the demands of large busy households with an oversized island, suite of Miele appliances, plus a scullery, is perfect for catering both large scale entertaining and intimate dinner parties.
Dining seats 10 or more with a wall of glass framing outdoor entertaining; the large living area is anchored by a floating fireplace and bespoke cabinetry. A frosted, recessed door from the living area accesses a second sunroom with a fireplace set into a hand cut Toodyay stone wall, wraparound windows and stacking doors leading out to the entertaining terrace.
Stacking doors offer a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors - to a covered terrace with BBQ kitchen and fireplace, the perfect spot for year-round entertaining with space to relax on the lounge, dine alfresco and entertain a crowd. Teak decking surrounds the pristine 17m lap pool, with a pergola to laze under, shaded by a beautiful mature native tree.
Upper-level accommodation is designed to give kids space of their own with four spacious bedrooms, built in robes, two bathrooms, powder room, a huge games/tv room and a multipurpose room.
The two-storey studio at the northeast corner can be accessed directly from the laneway. It houses a secure double garage with built in storage and kitchenette. The upper floor is a self-contained apartment with raked ceilings, open plan living and sleeping, a galley style kitchen, shower room, wc and storeroom.
12 Rankin Road. Your sanctuary in the city. An exceptional residence of distinction, with substantial space, offering a blend of lifestyle, luxury and location. A spectacular home perfectly in harmony with the demands of modern life. ]
Features:
Renovated and extended 1920's character
Rare 931sqm land
Architect Carl Huston
6 bed, 5 bath, multiple living, northern aspect rear
Manicured front and rear gardens
Hand cut Toodyay stone
Character features throughout
Formal entry foyer
Primary suite of rooms with king size bedroom
Custom dressing room with floor to ceiling cabinetry
Luxury bathroom with double vanity, shower with two showerheads, separate wc, heated towel rails, underfloor heating
Guest bedroom with fireplace, ceiling fan
Large bathroom with underfloor heating, marble topped vanity, deep bath
Large home office with mahogany cabinetry
Understairs climate-controlled wine cellar
Open plan living with Ironbark floors, underfloor heating, floating fireplace, custom cabinetry, speakers
Generous dining area for 10+
Superbly appointed kitchen with island, suite of Miele appliances including coffee machine, microwave, steam oven and convection oven, induction cooktop, dishwasher, integrated Leibherr fridge/freezer
Scullery with cabinetry, 2nd dishwasher, sink, space for fridge/freezer
Large utility room/laundry, floor to ceiling storage, access door to drying courtyard
Alarm
Intercom from front door to kitchen and upstairs living
Beautiful jarrah staircase
Huge open plan living/games with custom entertaining/storage unit - bookcases, cabinetry, speakers, under a soaring skillion ceiling
Separate wing with generous bedroom, built in robes, ceiling fan
Adjacent bathroom with walk in shower and vanity
Powder room
Second bedroom with built in robes, ceiling fan
Two large bedrooms with built in robes, sliding door access to shared balcony overlooking gardens and pool
Modern family bathroom with double vanity, double shower, heated towel rail, wc
Reverse cycle air conditioning - separate systems for front of house, upper floor, rear open plan living/dining/kitchen
Two separate gas hot water systems
Solar system
Large covered entertaining terrace with BBQ kitchen, stone splash back, rangehood
Outdoor living area with fireplace
Integrated speakers, ceiling fan, downlights
17m saltwater pool, teak decking, pergola, concealed roll out cover operated from inside house
Striking Toodyay stone to pool, sunroom/gardens
Outdoor shower, wc, basin
Fully reticulated gardens with bore
Studio/Garage
Ground floor - secure double garage with custom storage cabinetry, kitchenette
Heavy duty vacuum for vehicles
Upper floor
High raked ceilings
Split system reverse cycle air conditioning
Generous open plan living/sleeping area
Galley style kitchen with white counters, griege cabinetry, gas cooktop, rangehood, sink
Separate shower room
separate wc, vanity
Storeroom
Additional parking at front for 4 cars
