Four beautiful country-style towns to live in all under 50km from Perth

Western Australia really does have it all: the city, the sea and the country. If you want to be closer to nature, but don’t want to move too far away from your family and friends in Perth there are many options available to you.

If you’re planning retirement or just looking for a change, here are four breathtaking towns with plenty of country-style appeal, all under 50 kilometres from the Perth CBD.

1. Chidlow

Distance from Perth: Approx. 50 minutes (41km)

Chidlow has a population of approximately 1,800 and is known for its tightknit friendly community. The town, situated in the Shire of Mundaring is known for being very family and children orientated. Known to be home to many lakes and rivers, including Lake Leschenaultia, this is the perfect picturesque place for country living less than an hour from Perth.

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2. Guildford

Distance from Perth: Approx. 20 minutes (13km)

Guildford is known for its close proximity to Perth and the Swan Valley and is a popular tourist destination – so if you’re looking to stay as close to Perth as possible but still want that relaxing laidback country vibe – Guildford may be the place for you! If you love long nature walks with a view, this town has four heritage trails that run through its streets and parks.

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3. Kalamunda

Distance from Perth: Approx 30 minutes (20km)

Kalamunda derives from the Aboriginal word meaning ‘home in the forest’ and it literally is that. This hilly green suburb provides a peaceful lifestyle with fresh air and a beautiful landscape of forest and trees as your backyard. The Kalamunda Water Park is a well-known tourist attraction for the town, along with the many nature reserves and parks dominating the suburb. So if you love nature, wildlife or just a bit of peace and quiet, why not make Kalamunda your next sanctuary.

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4. Mundaring

Distance from Perth: Approx 40 minutes (30km)

Next on the list is Mundaring – the heart of the Perth hills. Couples with children make up the most of the 3,019 people that live here. Mundaring is all about art and creative expression with one of its main attractions being the Kookaburra Cinema, where you can watch outdoor movies under the stars. Another main attraction of this leafy suburb is the Mundaring Community Sculpture park, this along with the many national parks means you’ll never be bored in Mundaring!

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