272A Preston Point Road, Bicton WA 6157

Banksias and birdsong: secluded rear home

Nestled in lovely native gardens with big windows all around to enjoy the green outlooks, this earthen brick home tucked away down a long driveway is a delightful discovery. Spotted gum floors, two flexible living areas, north-facing master suite, and a big kitchen smartly renovated all make this a quiet treasure in a sought-after riverside suburb. There’s a park around the corner, Bicton Primary and a range of shopping areas, and Quarantine Park and Point Walter are nearby.

Flowering gums, native shrubs and raised herb beds are all thriving, with a timber deck near the front door to enjoy the garden. Inside, an entry lobby divides the two living areas: one carpeted zone with space to include a study or library nook, and the other the timber-floored open-plan living, dining and kitchen. It’s perfect for gathering to cook and entertain: beautifully renewed with engineered stone tops, central island bench, butler’s sinks, big 5-burner range, masses of white cabinetry and a touch of red in the subway-tiled splashbacks. Sliding doors lead to the alfresco among more lovely gardens. Deciduous Chinese elms and plane trees give dappled shade in summer and welcome the winter light to this outdoor area, with paved dining, lawn, timber deck, a cubby, and a handy brick storeroom.

Inside, the master bedroom features a white en-suite and walk-in-robe, and enjoys the northern light and the garden outlook. On the other side of the home are three more bedrooms (each with built-in-robes), as well as the family bathroom with bath, and the laundry, with excellent storage. There is ducted evaporative air-conditioning, and a carport and additional paved parking accommodate two cars.

It all adds up to a welcoming, practical home with a warm, open, organic feel, embraced by its earthy exterior and natural surroundings.

• Charming brick and iron contemporary home, quiet rear location
• Delightful garden setting: trees, native shrubs, herb gardens, birds
• Spacious renovated kitchen: engineered stone, extensive cabinetry
• Gleaming spotted gum hardwood floors
• Additional flexible living area with study zone
• Indoor-outdoor flow to alfresco, deck, lawn, cubby
• Light-filled interiors with large windows all around
• North-facing master suite with walk-in-robe
• Ducted evaporative air-conditioning
• Walk to park, shopping, Bicton Primary