Ascending the driveway at 8 The Getaway feels like reaching into a different plane of living. Here, high among the treetops and with sweeping views over the coastal plains of Perth, a feeling of peace and seclusion wrap around you to truly embody the feeling of a getaway in your own home.
With striking architectural features including soaring roof lines and warm natural tones throughout, this home with its thoughtful double story layout is perfect for families or couples searching for their peaceful retreat. Upstairs, three bedrooms and a family bathroom (with ensuite access from the main bedroom) provide a private retreat for sleeping, away from the raucous living areas downstairs. The bathroom is of a modern style, with a separate bath and shower, double basins and wooden accents tying it into the overall design of the home.
The first floor comprises of a flowing open plan living kitchen dining area, naturally drawing the eye to the picture windows framing the surrounding trees and over to the twinkling lights of Perth. The kitchen, in a modern style with warm natural wood meeting white benchtops, is perfectly perched to be a central meeting place of the home with its long breakfast bar. Additionally, a second bathroom combined laundry, fourth bedroom and separate study on this level make for excellent guest accommodations or for a teenager looking for a little more independence from the family bedrooms upstairs.
Outdoors, prepare to be stunned not only by sweeping views characteristic of Gooseberry Hill, but also by the clever use of terracing to create useable spaces on the property. A sunken spa surrounded by timber decking is begging for sunset soirees, whilst the powered workshop with its own toilet is waiting for a hobby enthusiast to while away the hours tinkering at projects. The landscaping and gardening requirements are minimal, with majority of the block being easy-care, mature bushland.
Features:
Four bedroom, double storey steel frame construction home perched on the hillside with sweeping views over the Perth coastal plains built 2003 on 2002sqm
Modern kitchen with long, functional breakfast bar, neutral colour palette of natural wood and white benchtops, plus walk-in pantry, gas cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher
Lounge room with cosy woodfired potbelly, views over Perth and a soaring A-frame ceiling
Office with bifold doors and build in wrap-around desk, perfect for work-from-home or studying for exams
Wrap around balcony to make to most of the views into the treetops and across to the twinkling lights of Perth
Spa with built-in decking for evenings spent soaking up the sunset
Step-free entry to the house with carport attached to the rear of the home
Enclosed powered workshop with its own toilet - perfect for anyone who wants to tinker away for hours on end. Additional storage is also available in the house itself with an impressive attic space (14mx3m)
Easy care bush gardens over the sloping block, with a small lawn in the backyard
And yes, while the driveway to the top is a little steep, it's simply part of the Gooseberry Hill charm, the short climb rewards you with privacy, calm, and those once-in-a-lifetime views that you'll never tire of.
Located just moments from Gooseberry Hill and Mary's Mount Primary Schools, Gooseberry Hill Village cafés, national park trails and the vibrant Kalamunda town centre, this is where Hills lifestyle meets breath taking city views.
Please call Anneli Carson to arrange a viewing time on 0417 953 629.
Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of this advertisement, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. To the best of our knowledge the information listed is true and accurate however may be subject to change without warning at any time and this is often out of our control. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to satisfy themselves on all pertinent matters. Details herein do not constitute any representation by the Owner or the agent and are expressly excluded from any contract.
