14 Galena Place, Carine WA 6020

HOME OPEN CANCELLED- UNDER OFFER Brilliant big picture ideas, an eclectic style and attention to detail are evident throughout the unforgettable spaces of this 5 bedroom 3 bathroom family home. Two days after The Block Sky High Auction in 2013, WA Contestant Matt Di Costa was busy transforming this late 80s-style Carine home into an African-inspired holiday retreat.

Inspired by the owner's Zimbabwean roots and connection to Africa, this home was transformed with the idea of a 'modern African Safari Lodge'. The end result is an amazing house with striking architectural features designed to maximise the liveable spaces, with a classy yet rustic African feel with soft, dusty, blended colours.

Natural light, spectacular design and luxury are the hallmarks of this split-level family design ideally located in a whisper-quiet cul-de-sac location, just footsteps away from the lush Fred Marsh Oval playing fields at Carine Senior High School.

Beyond a gated front yard where an abundance of decking & a verandah alcove pleasantly overlook sprawling lawn, you will find a large carpeted home office on the ground floor that doubles as either a study or fifth bedroom with gorgeous garden views to enjoy.

Upstairs, the top level plays host to a parent's retreat with solid timber floors, a bar area with storage, a built-in computer desk & a generous front balcony deck next door to a five-star master ensemble with a tree-lined outlook from its own balcony, stylish bedside pendant light fittings, separate "his & hers" walk-in wardrobes & a revamped fully-tiled ensuite bathroom, comprising of a free-standing bathtub, a rain shower, heat lamps & a separate toilet.

Most of your casual time will be spent on the main middle floor where more wooden flooring warms the dining area that overlooks a huge carpeted family room & its Globe West light fittings.

Away from the minor sleeping quarters, high raked ceilings grace a spacious kitchen with immaculate fittings & fixtures such as the Enoki pendant lights, sparkling stone bench tops, high-quality double sinks & tap ware, glass splashbacks, ample storage options, a breakfast bar, a Fisher & Paykel double dishwasher, a new separate oven & integrated Blanco Induction cooktop, range-hood & microwave appliances. From here, gorgeous bi-folding doors seamlessly extend entertaining outdoors to a fabulous pitched rear alfresco area with a built-in gas barbecue & range hood, its own drinks fridge to keep the beverages cool in the summertime, two external ceiling fans, a heater, cafe blinds & a picturesque backdrop provided by the shimmering below-ground swimming pool.

Two of the three other bedrooms are double size and can easily fit queen size beds and all benefit from the luxury of built-in robes, whilst the fully-tiled main bathroom comes well equipped with a shower, separate bathtub and heat lamps. In addition to built-in storage & direct outdoor access, the laundry also features a handy "third" bathroom with a shower, toilet & vanity perfect for use following a dip in the pool. A feature roller door highlights the remote-controlled double garage that also boasts its own internal shopper's entrance.

Main features
- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double garage
- Central family and dining areas
- Stunning renovated kitchen
- Upstairs parent's retreat, bar, computer nook, master suite and balconies
- Impressive outdoor alfresco entertaining
- Swimming pool
- Solar panels, ducted r/c air-conditioning, ducted vacuum, gas hot water, security alarm, reticulation & more
- Elevated 752sqm (approx.) block - home built in 1984

Within close proximity are the likes of Carine Glades & Karrinyup Shopping Centres, public & private golf courses, public transport, the freeway, glorious beaches & more - what a spot.

Matt & Kim might have played the game, but you win the prize with this magnificent home!

Contact KAREN RICHES for more information about this grand design today.