MAJESTIC IN MOUNT CLAREMONT
Towards the end of a whisper-quiet cul-de-sac within what is arguably Mount Claremont's most tightly-held enclave, "Villa Tucci" rises with timeless grandeur - a statement of scale, sophistication and rustic serenity.
Architecturally envisioned by Phil Faigen, this elevated 6 bedroom 5 bathroom two-storey residence commands sweeping treetop and city vistas that melt into a mesmerising inland panorama - with even the distant Darling Scarp shimmering on the horizon.
Beyond its stately façade lies a world of refined luxury, where every inch has been crafted to celebrate family, connection and multi-generational living at its most opulent. Set on a vast landholding wrapped in manicured gardens and the soothing soundtrack of birdsong, this is a home that transcends time - a once-in-a-lifetime estate where elegance and elevation meet in perfect harmony.
The valet-style porte cochere single carport precedes a gated portico entrance to the property, as well as a feature front door and stunning granite-tiled foyer that merely sets the scene for the excellence lying within. To the left, double doors reveal a welcoming home office with its own split-system air-conditioning unit, for climate control.
To the right, a light, bright and spacious open-plan formal lounge and dining room boasts its own slice of the extensive CBD outlook in the distance. Soaring nine-metre-high ceilings grace the enormous rear billiards room, where a feature gas fireplace and under-stair storeroom complement the pool table that will remain, as well as direct access out to central palm gardens.
The high ceilings, accompanied by an eclectic use of limestone, wrought iron, brass, copper and timber - the latter in the form of solid Jarrah floorboards - are commonplace throughout the residence, inclusive of an open-plan family, meals and kitchen area where double privacy doors shut off sparkling granite bench tops, Cherrywood cupboards, a giant walk-in pantry, a stainless-steel Miele dishwasher and quality Gaggenau gas/electric cooktop, oven and microwave appliances. Two sets of double doors extend the space out to a fantastic northeast-facing entertaining terrace with a built-in mains gas outdoor barbecue.
Also on the ground level are a storage-laden laundry, a powder room and an amazing indoor swimming pool and spa with its own fifth bathroom. Endless parking options beckon also, with the main driveway revealing a six-car carport, in front of respective four-car and six-car remote-controlled lock-up garages - the latter doubling as either a workshop or an indoor tennis court and the ideal space to host family parties, all year round.
The main upstairs wing has its own laundry, a double linen press and is home to a sumptuous master-bedroom suite with a double-door balcony taking in the all-encompassing vista, a huge walk-in dressing room and a vast fully-tiled twin-vanity ensuite with a bidet and bathtub.
The generous second and third bedrooms share access out on to a second balcony with a view, whilst both featuring their own walk-in robe and shared semi-ensuite bathroom. A massive fourth bedroom is essentially a separate "guest" suite with access to the same balcony, an awesome city aspect from within, an extra-large walk-in robe and an ensuite with a Roman bath.
The lockable second upper-level wing adds flexibility and versatility to the floor plan - and can be accessed via a pin-code door, down under the carport. It features a large activity room, a decent study area, over-sized fifth and sixth bedrooms, a storeroom, two more intimate balconies and a fourth bathroom.
This premium "St Johns Wood Estate" locale is close to lush parks, Montgomery Hall, the Cottesloe Golf Club, picturesque Lake Claremont, transport, glorious Swanbourne Beach, medical facilities, world-class shopping at Claremont Quarter, the river and a host of top schools - Shenton College, John XXIII College, Mount Claremont Primary School, Christ Church Grammar School, Scotch College and Methodist Ladies' College included.
Grand in scale and graceful in spirit - this is a home built for those who understand distinction!
Features:
Breathtaking tree-lined city views
Two remote driveway access gates - plus a separate pedestrian entry gate
Wooden Jarrah floors
High ceilings
An exquisite use of limestone and wrought iron
Brass and copper inserts
Terracotta roof tiles
Feature Singaporean chandelier above the staircase
Home-office and family-room cabinetry
Laundry chute
Ducted and zoned reverse-cycle a/c
Gas bayonets
Ducted vacuuming
Electric roller shutters
New alarm system
Gas-heating provisions to the pool
Decorative ceiling roses/cornices/skirting
Security doors
Gas storage and instantaneous hot-water systems
Bore reticulation
Front citrus garden
Dumbwaiter provisions
Potential for a future internal lift to be installed
Ample garage storage - plus internal shopper's entry via the house/laundry
Huge 1,500sqm (approx.) block
Built in 1997 (approx.) - owned by only one family ever since
OUTGOINGS (APPROX):
Council Rates: $6,196.65 per annum
Water Corporation: $3,334.59 per annum
