18 Cook Street, Darlington WA 6070

. . . AND BREATHE

Chart a course along the road less travelled in a quintessential Darlington home where the distinction between natural and built worlds is blurred, mornings begin with a chorus of birdsong, and a flexible floorplan offers multiple configurations as it adapts to the many stages and ages of family life. Built in the 1970s, this split-level home ranges across four levels to follow the topography of its hillside block. Large windows, natural materials, raked ceilings, and generous proportions bring a timeless style and unmistakable Hills aesthetic to this unique property.

4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
1970s Archetypal Darlington
Open plan living
Multi-level floor plan
Self-contained studio
Home office with bath
Finished basement rm
Solar & battery array
2054 sqm natural beauty
Classic Darlington style

This Darlington gem is more than a home; it is a sanctuary embedded in nature with a separate home office/studio, self-contained auxiliary accommodation and open-plan living extending across two levels and leading to a wrap-around deck. A high raked ceiling, ample glazing (including large corner windows) and polished jarrah stairs and floorboards create a heightened sense of volume and give the central living zone an atmosphere of relaxed generosity. A slow-combustion fire, decorative fireplace and reverse cycle air conditioning deliver year-round comfort. Multiple doors to the deck deliver seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

The principal bedroom sits on the home’s upper floor with large east-facing windows providing framing for the morning sun. A mirrored robe and ensuite fashion a comfortable parents’ retreat with an adjoining jarrah-floored sunroom that acts as a private sitting room. Two junior bedrooms arranged off the central living zone offer generous accommodation with robes and air conditioning. These rooms access the shared family bathroom with an over-the-tub shower, vanity, and WC.

A short staircase leads from the family room to the kitchen/meals area, a wonderfully casual space with a terracotta brick floor and a U-shaped kitchen bench surrounding a two-drawer dishwasher, a freestanding oven, and a walk-in pantry. A large corner window looks across decks to the surrounding landscape. There is ample room for a family-sized table and doors onto the deck make alfresco dining and entertaining a breeze.

A sunny, east-facing deck connects the principal residence to a two-storey self-contained unit. This air-conditioned additional living space includes a kitchenette, bathroom, sitting room, and bedroom, offering comfort and privacy.

You'll find a versatile home office or studio towards the top of the block. This bright, freestanding building is lined, insulated, and finished with timber-look flooring. It features large storage cupboards, a kitchenette, and a bathroom, making it perfect for work or creative pursuits. This property is a true sanctuary, offering multiple living spaces to suit every stage of family life.

Discover a home designed to grow and evolve with your family’s needs. This property features a flexible floorplan perfect for adapting to the changing dynamics of family life over the years. The finished basement, complete with an exterior door, is a bright and spacious area ideal for a media room, teens' retreat, or activity room and accessible via a staircase from the family room.

Appearing to emerge from the surrounding landscape, the home is orientated for maximum privacy and to take every advantage of the natural rock sculptures and towering eucalypts. A series of raised garden beds offer space to grow your food, and an in-out driveway provides easy access to the rear of the lot. Situated within easy reach of state and private schools, open space for outdoor adventure and the services and amenities of Mundaring and Midland, this swoon-worthy home immerses you in a Hills lifestyle without sacrificing the attractions of city life.

To arrange an inspection of this property, call Jo Sheil – 0422 491 016..