50 Folewood Road, Toodyay WA 6566

One of Toodyay's finest historic homes 'The Cascades' is set on 7 acres of beautifully vegetated, undulating land holding commanding views over the Toodyay town and valley.

Having been built as the Anglican rectory in 1875 from mud brick and stone, the Cascades feels like it belongs in the pages of a Jane Austen novel with its historic charm, country gardens and beautiful heritage design nuances.

This beautifully styled property is ready to be moved in to and can be sold fully furnished, partly furnished or unfurnished by negotiation.


THE MAIN HOME
The wrap around verandahs of this private country hideaway give a real sense of the ultimate Australian country life. Imagine starting the day with a coffee and breakfast, enjoying the sounds of wildlife and birds while watching the sun rise to the east, enjoying a ploughmans lunch overlooking the valley, enjoying views during the day to the north and ending the day with a sunset drink basking in the westerly sunsets. The horizon here is far and wide and gives you a real sense of peace and tranquility.

At the heart of the home is the beautiful lounge room with grand proportions, a large working fireplace and a double set of French doors leading directly out to the north-facing verandah. Vaulted cathedral ceilings are lined with original timber boards, from which hangs a beautiful vintage pendant.

Adjacent, the formal dining room also has a set of French doors as well as another fireplace, and comfortably fits an 8 seater table. It is the perfect spot for an intimate dinner party, special event or large family entertaining.

The home's beautifully renovated kitchen could be straight from the pages of Country Living magazine, with new cabinetry, hand-made tiles and a freestanding Smeg oven and cooktop, along with heritage-inspired tapware and hardware.

Wrap around windows and doors saturate the kitchen and the open-plan casual dining and living space in natural light with north-western aspects to the gardens. Direct access to the double carport makes this a practical as well as pretty room.

The sumptuous master bedroom is one of the highlights of the property. Like the lounge room, the master bedroom has soaring, timber-lined ceilings and a beautiful original fireplace. It offers a gorgeous parents' retreat and garden views to the east and north. More French doors lead from the bedroom to the verandah and gardens beyond.

Two additional, charming bedrooms with fireplaces and heritage features are nestled in the old house, both of which can fit double beds for extra guests.


GUEST ACCOMMODATION
A bright garden studio provides another large bedroom or a gorgeous artists' space or hobby room, with French doors to the verandah and jute flooring.

Finally, a garden cottage offers a large additional guest bedroom with stunning views from its own private balcony.


THE HISTORY
The Cascades was built in 1875 as an Anglican rectory for the town's new vicar, Rev William Pidcock. Many of its original features are still evident, including impressive jarrah floors and ceilings, carved doors, casement windows, fireplaces and roof shingles.

Outdoors, the home is surrounded by reticulated gardens and 7 acres of beautiful bush, in which additional heritage features can be discovered. A cascade of water once spilled permanently over the stunning granite outcrop, and still runs at times of rain. The remains of a bridge-wide enough for a horse and cart-that once spanned the creek bed can be found. Before the construction of Folewood Road at the rear of the property, the Cascades' bridge would have served as the main route between the house and the town.

The Cascades is listed as a Category 3 property on the Municipal Heritage Inventory, where it is noted as being in excellent condition.


OPPORTUNITY FOR GROWTH
The Cascades offers exciting potential for growing and extended families, and for those who are interested in creating short-term rental accommodation.

The property has two driveways off Folewood Road, one of which provides significant off-road parking for guests and could service additional self-contained accommodation in the future.

The property is bounded to the north by Nottingham Road, suggesting the potential for future sub-division or additional accommodation subject to council and other approvals.


THE LOCATION
This magnificent lifestyle property is located just over an hour from Perth, suiting those looking for a luxurious weekend retreat, small rural holding or a gorgeous family home just outside the city fringe but still within commuting distance.

Though nestled in a peaceful location overlooking the town, the Cascades is within easy walking distance of Toodyay's main street, park, tennis courts and railway station.

Toodyay is a vibrant and active country community in the Avon Valley, close enough to Perth for daily commuters and serviced by the Avon Link rail.

Toodyay regularly entertains locals and guests with outstanding festival events, including the Avon Descent and international food fair (August), the Toodyay Show (October), Moondyne Festival (July), Fibre Festival (June), vintage car show (November), and an annual race day at the Toodyay Racecourse (September).

Family-run businesses are found at the centre of the community, including the famous Toodyay bakery, the award-winning supermarket, and the newly renovated Victoria Hotel.


ADDITIONAL FEATURES:
* Reverse cycle split systems and ducted evaporative air conditioning
* High quality finishes and fixtures throughout
* Restored historical features
* Wide original timber floorboards and beams
* Laura Ashley curtains & Imported silk drapes
* 5 bedrooms in total with comfortable accommodation for 10 people
* Wide, wrap around verandahs
* Heritage artifacts on the property including old timber bridge & granite waterfall
* Parking for multiple cars including dual driveway access
* Less than 5 minutes from Toodyay town centre, 70 minutes from Perth
* Potential for future subdivision subject to approvals with two road frontage
* Original fireplaces in 5 rooms
* Available unfurnished, partly furnished or fully furnished by negotiation

These details are provided for information purposes only and do not form part of any contract and are not to be taken as a representation by the seller or their agent.