Some homes survive a 100 years.
A rare few arrive at their next century looking this good.
Built C1911 on 349m² of Green Titled land, 55A Gloucester Street is a four-bedroom, two-bathroom weatherboard and iron classic in Victoria Park's tightly held Raphael Park Precinct.
Behind the white picket fence, an immaculate façade, deep timber verandah and tall brick chimney sit beneath the canopy of established street trees.
The original fabric has been carefully retained, the modern work has been thoughtfully completed and there is no daunting renovation list waiting for the next owner.
Open the coloured-glass front door and a long central hallway draws you through the home.
Polished jarrah boards, soaring ceilings, decorative cornices, ceiling roses, original vents and traditional timber doors provide the atmosphere that simply cannot be recreated in a new build.
An ornate cast-iron fireplace remains at the heart of the home, a beautiful focal points in the generous living and dining space.
The two expansive front bedrooms are exceptional proportioned, each measuring approximately 4.4m by 4.2m.
The main bedroom has been transformed into a superb retreat with a custom walk-in robe and contemporary ensuite, while two further bedrooms complete the accommodation.
The family bathroom has been beautifully renewed and includes a full-sized bath, frameless shower screen and underfloor heating.
Fresh, white and wonderfully practical, the kitchen combines extensive cabinetry with rich timber benchtops and a large central preparation bench.
There is a gas cooktop, under-bench oven, integrated dishwasher and built-in Smeg microwave, with enough workspace for serious cooking and enough room for company while you do it.
The adjoining dining room opens through wide timber bifold doors to the rear deck.
Partially covered and protected by a large shade sail, this private outdoor room is ready for long lunches, evening drinks and easy entertaining throughout the year.
The securely enclosed garden has been designed to be easy to maintain, with space for children or pets without surrendering every weekend to garden chores.
The front verandah is a place for morning coffee, a glass of wine at the end of the day and conversations with neighbours as they wander towards Raphael Park.
Raphael Park is one of the precinct's great pleasures-activated by weekend sport, morning dog walkers, exercise, picnics and people simply enjoying its magnificent established trees.
Beyond the park and the Swan River foreshore, McCallum Park and the city skyline become part of your extended neighbourhood.
Cafés, restaurants, small bars, shopping and the energy of the Vic Park strip are also within easy reach.
Despite the history and romance, modern comfort and convenience has not been overlooked.
Reverse-cycle split-system air conditioning, economical evaporative cooling, LED lighting, alarm system, plantation shutters, an automatic driveway gate and extensive storage make daily life remarkably easy.
Freshly painted inside and out, beautifully presented and comprehensively updated, this is a home where all the hard work has already been done.
It has stood proudly for more than a century.
Now it is ready for the next hundred years.
• Reticulated garden and verge
• Automatic remote-controlled driveway gate
• Single carport plus additional off-street parking
• Extensive lockable external storage
• More than 100m² of lightweight roof storage accessed by a loft ladder
• Security sensor lighting
Don't miss your first chance to inspect.
*Note the home is fully furnished and this furniture package is also available for sale as inspected.
Water Rates - $1,382.32 25/26
Council rates - $2,460.15 25/26
