Classic Charm With Modern Conveniences
Nestled in the serene and sought-after suburb of Bassendean, this gorgeous 1920's Californian Bungalow style home is a captivating blend of classic allure and modern comfort. Positioned on a generous 525m2 corner block and adorned with a quintessential white picket fence, this property boasts an enchanting front garden that beckons with it's potential for transformation into a serene oasis.
Ascending the stairs to the front door, you are greeted with a tranquil porch, the perfect place for savouring your early morning coffee while watching the World pass by.
The interior of this home seamlessly combines old-World charm with contemporary conveniences. The home welcomes you with stunning polished Jarrah floorboards, soaring high ceilings adorned with decorative ceiling roses and abundant natural light streaming in through the large windows.
The front section of the home encompasses a generously sized main bedroom and a sprawling formal lounge area featuring a study nook. Renovated to perfection, the home reveals a stunning kitchen complete with a servery nook that connects to a spacious dining area. A fully renovated bathroom showcases a beautiful soaker bath, a vanity and a shower, while clever utilisation of space conceals a discreet laundry behind double doors between the kitchen and bathroom.
Stepping into the backyard, discover a converted old laundry, now transformed into an outdoor kitchen. The outdoor space further impresses with ample storage options amidst easy-care gardens, creating a haven for relaxation and entertaining. The highlight of the backyard is a mammoth grape vine which stretches over the Hills Hoist washing line.
Beyond the property's bounds lies it's most captivating feature—it's prime central location. Situated within a stone's throw of shops, restaurants, bars, schools, and an array of conveniences, this residence offers easy access to the picturesque Swan River, just a brief stroll away. Additionally, the proximity of the Bassendean train station, a mere 5-minute walk, adds to the home's allure, blending location and lifestyle seamlessly.
Here are just some of the many features this gorgeous character home has to offer:
-Fantastic corner location on a 525m2 block
-Single driveway leading up to a gabled carport
-Gorgeous white picket fence around the outside of the property
-White standard roses surround the inside of the white picket fence
-A white timber archway stretching over a red brick path leads up to the front porch
-Lovely lawn areas on either side of this path
-Freshly mulched gardens with a selection of shrubs but still room to add your own plants
-Front porch area overlooking the front garden
-Decorative front timber door with lead lighting plus a decorative security screen front door
-Front entrance hall with extra height ceilings and decorative drop pendant lighting
-Spacious front lounge room with a central ceiling fan plus a split system air conditioner
-There are large sash windows with timber look venetian blinds
-This room has decorative cornicing and picture rails plus Jarrah floorboards
-Main bedroom sits at the front of the home and overlooks the front garden with large sash windows
-This main bedroom has super high ceilings with a central ceiling fan, a split system air conditioner and two drop pendant lights
-Bedroom two has a central ceiling fan plus there is a split system air conditioner for temperature control
-There are Jarrah floorboards in all rooms of the home
-The central dining room is a fantastic size and has a drop pendant light
-There is a picture window with views over the side garden
-The dining area features a servery window through to the kitchen area
The kitchen has white cabinetry with sealed timber benchtops
-There is brand new vinyl flooring in this kitchen area
-The kitchen has a 600mm electric oven plus a microwave recess above
-There is a four burner gas cooktop with an over-head rangehood
-There is a single fridge recess plus a double farmhouse under-mount sink
-There is a single door pantry in the kitchen plus another storage area/ pantry at the back of the kitchen
-The European style laundry is tucked behind double doors and has room for a front loader washing machine plus a dryer and linen on the shelves above
-The main bathroom has been fully renovated to include a stunning double vanity with stone benches, a larger soaker bath plus a shower
-This room has a sliding barn door for space
-There is a stunning glass and chrome pendant light in the bathroom plus two wall sconces over the two decorative mirrors
-The toilet is located just inside by the back door
-The home has been freshly painted throughout in a light neutral colour to match any decor
-The backyard has the original laundry converted to an outdoor kitchen and has the original trough plus a rangehood for cooking
-There are two smaller storage areas next to the outdoor kitchen
-The backyard has a lovely enclosed entertaining area under the roof
-There is a substantial paved area with a central hills hoist washing line that has been converted to a trellis to support a stunning grapevine.
-There is a fenced off area at the side of the home which would make a fantastic dog run or an area to grow vegetables
-The other side of the home has a access gate from the carport through to an area with mature fruit and citrus trees
-The property has a instantaneous gas hot water system
-The property is centrally located with the popular Holly Rayes cafe just down the street.
-The Swan River is within walking distance as is the Bassendean train station
-The Bassendean Shopping complex is less that 1km away
-Steel Blue Football oval iswithin walking distance as well
-The property is located between two popular Primary Schools and the local High School is only two train stops away
-The acclaimed Last Cake Crumb cafe is only 600m walk from the home
-There is a host of other conveniences located very close to the property to discover
-The Perth airport is only a ten minute drive away
-The Perth CBD is located only 12 km away which takes less than 20 minutes
-Please note, due to the age of the home, asbestos would have been used in the construction and will still be found
This gorgeous character cottage presents a rare amalgamation of timeless charm, modern comfort all in an unbeatable location, creating an inviting haven for a discerning homeowner seeking a harmonious blend of style and substance.
Disclaimer:
This information is provided for general information purposes only and is based on information provided by the Seller 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.
This property at 14 James Street, Bassendean is a two bedroom, one bathroom house sold by Shane Schofield at The Agency on 06 Dec 2023.
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Bassendean, originally named West Guildford, is a northern suburb of Perth located approximately 11 kilometres from the CBD. Bassendean is one of the first settlements in Western Australia and has a rich Aboriginal and pioneering history.
Life in Bassendean
With seven kilometres of Swan River frontage, Bassendean is tight-knit community with a village feel, giving a high priority to trees, the environment, history and the arts. Bassendean has land next to three train stations and is close to Perth Airport, major highways and Metronet rail connections.