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Weekender or Forever Home
END DATE SALE - Offers Close 2pm Thursday 9th September 2021 Unless Sold Prior
Take your pick, depending on your life stage! This sweet cottage makes an amazing weekender and has been used as such since it was built in the 1950s. If you've been seeking a little something you can get away to now and then, this is it. Or if you're a single or couple content to live a simple, cosy life in the Hills, this has everything you need and nothing you don't. Set amongst the leafy surrounds and with pretty valley views, it's an absolute charmer.
With 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a lounge, and a combined kitchen and meals area, there's nothing overwhelming or overcomplicated about this home. The bonus undercroft area can be converted to a guest studio, games room, or extra living space, and is versatile enough to change as your life does. The Jarrah floors and stone fireplace add a rustic touch to the lounge upstairs, making it the perfect place to while away winter weekends with a bottle of wine and a pile of books, while the lovely decked entertaining area is a great spot for drinks or a meal with friends as the weather warms.
Features Include:
· Charming Hills cottage set amongst the trees with lovely views across the valley
· Built during 1950s
· Originally built as their weekend retreat & still owned by the same family
· 2 cute bedrooms, 1 bathroom
· Lounge
· Kitchen / meals area
· Jarrah floors
· Charming raked ceilings
· Decked entertaining area
· Undercroft studio or teen pad
· Big 1497sqm block (1/3 acre) with gorgeous bushland surrounding
· Rare gem in a fabulous location
Situated on a big block of almost 1500sqm, gorgeous natural bushland abounds and adds an air of serenity and peace - as well as offering a home to local wildlife. There's enough space for a veggie patch, should you have the urge to plant some low maintenance herbs or veggies, and you may even be tempted to add in a gazebo, pergola, or patio. This property is tucked away between numerous parklands and reserves, yet is close to cafes, shops, and sports facilities - the perfect balance between seclusion and community. Don't miss this rare opportunity.
Your own getaway in the Hills.
For more information on 52 Stone Crescent Darlington or for friendly advice on any of your real estate needs please call Lindsay or Shirley 0414 996 706
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Property snapshot by reiwa.com
This property at 52 Stone Crescent, Darlington is a two bedroom, one bathroom house sold by Team Lindsay at Earnshaws Real Estate on 12 Sep 2021.
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Cost breakdown
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Council rates: $2,100 / year
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Water rates: $274 / year
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Darlington overview
The name "Darlington" is derived from adding the English suffix "ton", meaning "town" to the name of the range in the area - Darling Range which was first named "General Darling Range". The name was first used by Dr Alfred Waylen who established the "Darlington Vineyard" here in 1883-4.
Life in Darlington
Darlington remains one of the few locations in the Perth hills with an early 20th century village ambience. It is known for its vibrant community with seemingly as many committees and groups as it has residents. The suburb has a local general store however residents rely on the the facilities at Midland and Mundaring which are close by. There are also various primary and secondary schools in the area.
Darlington quick stats
High end
$1.2m
Median
$1.1m
Low end
$813k
35.0 %
Annual growth
$1.1m
Annual median sales price
$640pw
Annual median rental price
