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A picture of Federation perfection, the enchanting façade of this circa-1907 3 bedroom 1 bathroom bungalow looks as though it has been lifted straight from a storybook. Situated on beautiful Bernard Street, it exudes a special sense of uniqueness and grace.
A white picket fence and gates reveal a secure driveway parking bay, as well as a striking portico entry verandah and a feature leadlight front door and panelling. A pretty second front patio and entry doubles as a potential single carport too, depending on what your personal needs may be.
Step inside and its elegance continues. Rich solid jarrah floorboards, gorgeous sash windows, soaring high ceilings with ornate cornices and tall skirting boards celebrate the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The original portion of the home retains its timeless charm, featuring a generous formal lounge room with leadlight windows and a decorative fireplace, plus a gas bayonet for additional heating and double-door access out to the second front patio.
The huge front master-bedroom boasts its own ceiling rose and feature fireplace, with pleasant views out to the front garden, tree canopy and shaded lawn. A good-sized second bedroom with high ceilings and decorative ceiling rose can also be found within this part of the layout.
A thoughtful extension with high ceilings introduces modern comfort to the historic bones, incorporating a large kitchen and bathroom/laundry, along with a large north-facing third bedroom complete with wall-to-wall triple-sliding-door built-in robes, a ceiling fan and north-facing views across a sprawling rear garden sanctuary. There is also built-in storage adjacent to the functional wet area, where an open mosaic-tile shower is complemented by a separate bathtub, toilet and a powder vanity.
Double glass doors separate the combined family, dining and kitchen area from the lounge for peace and quiet, with a handsome wood-burner fireplace for enjoying cosy evenings. The kitchen area boasts a skylight for natural illumination, multiple cupboards and storage, sleek stone bench tops, and central island, mosaic-tile splashbacks, double sinks and stainless-steel range-hood, Smeg six-burner gas-cooktop/oven and Bosch dishwasher appliances. Separate double doors off here flow out to a lovely deck for outdoor entertaining, preceding an expansive green lawn and leafy garden.
With plenty of room for a future swimming pool or even a full self-contained "granny flat", the seemingly never-ending garden is home to lush green lawn, towering trees, mature shrubbery, ample shade, a central deck for relaxing and unwinding and a handy rear-access gate. A separate studio with a new pitched roof, has potential to double as a home office or powered workshop with two-way access. It can truly be whatever you want it to be.
Stunningly surrounded by other exquisite period homes, this is classic Claremont living at its best. Children play happily along the street, neighbours pause at the front gate for a chat and the soundtrack of native birdlife fills the air.
Wander out your front gate and verdant Claremont Park awaits almost instantly, with the playground and kindergarten at the corner and the Claremont Library, and Freshwater Primary School a gentle stroll across the grass.
Additionally, the boutiques, cafés and restaurants of Claremont Quarter and Bay View Terrace are only moments across the park, while the Swan River, Mrs Herbert's and Claremont Yacht club are an easy walk away.
Christ Church Grammar School, Scotch College and Methodist Ladies' College sit within effortless walking distance - and with the University of Western Australia, glorious Cottesloe Beach and the Perth CBD all easily reached by train or bus, this remarkable location delivers the very best of lifestyle and convenience.
Elegant, warm and comfortable as it stands today, this sublime residence can be enjoyed exactly as it is, or further enhanced over time to create an extraordinary family haven worthy of its heritage setting. Prepare to fall head over heels in love!
FEATURES:
• "Category B" on the Town of Claremont's Municipal Heritage Inventory
• High ceilings
• Timber floors
• Picture rails
• Ceiling cornices
• Tall feature skirting boards
• Sash windows
• Ducted and zoned reverse-cycle air-conditioning
• Security-alarm system
• Instantaneous gas hot-water system
• Reticulation
• Off-street parking bays around the corner - for your guests and visitors to utilise
• Large 731sqm (approx.) block
• Built in 1907 (approx.)
Rates & Local Information:
Water Rates: $2,325.46 (2024/25)
Town of Claremont Council Rates: $3,290.23 (2025/26)
Zoning: R20
Heritage: Category 2 (TC)
Primary School Catchment: Freshwater Bay Primary School
Secondary School Catchments: Shenton College
DISCLAIMER: This information is provided for general information purposes only and is based on information provided by third parties including the Seller and relevant local authorities and may be subject to change. No warranty or representation is made as to its accuracy and interested parties should place no reliance on it and should make their own independent enquiries.
