This exceptional rammed-limestone and iron five-bedroom, three-bathroom home in Fremantle is minutes to the unique George Street Precinct. Boasting multiple living areas in a custom design that includes a soaring seven metre lightwell illuminating the interior magnificently with natural light.
Immerse yourself in the Fremantle lifestyle. The home is easy walking distance to George Street's trendy cafes, boutiques and bars with the Swan River foreshore just a gentle stroll away and Port Beach only two kilometres, perfect for summer.
This sale is a rare opportunity; the first time the home has been offered for purchase since it was built in 1993. Designed by architect Geoff Warn, it has featured in several design books and magazines internationally.
It is north facing, with upstairs bedrooms creating a lovely tranquil feel; like you are living in the treetops. The master suite has a stunning ensuite and a balcony overlooking Fremantle landmark, Cantonment Hill.
The three large living spaces are downstairs along a breezeway running the length of the home opening onto a private walled Mediterranean-style, fully reticulated garden which has been part of Open Gardens Australia. The 15m lap pool is well fenced with hedges for privacy.
A roomy study is downstairs and can easily be a used as a studio or another bedroom.
The stylish kitchen, dining and living rooms are open-plan design, connecting onto the large, shady poolside courtyard. The architect has favoured natural materials like honey-coloured timber cabinetry in the galley-style kitchen which has a Miele dishwasher, large pantry and quality Ilve stove. There is abundant storage in the kitchen plus three purpose-built storage rooms and under-stair space.
You will notice many beautiful extras in this home, such as the floors, a mix of hardwood, parquetry and polished terrazzo. Concrete has also been used creatively in the bathrooms for a cool, minimalist look.
The design features soaring ceilings as part of its passive solar design aimed at minimising the need for additional heating or cooling.
Main Features
5 bedrooms, large study, and 3 bathrooms.
Off street parking for 3 cars.
North-facing rammed-limestone and iron construction.
Passive-solar design.
Wide eaves and well-designed air flow throughout.
Additional reverse-cycle air conditioning and fans upstairs.
Connections for gas heating in all downstairs living rooms.
Large laundry.
Habour glimpses with potential for outstanding views.
Big block and 15m lap saltwater pool.
3 upstairs balconies.
Location
320m to the Swan River foreshore at Beach Street.
225m George Street with its bars, cafes and boutiques.
2kms Port Beach.
1.32kms Fremantle Golf Course.
1.3kms Fremantle Markets.
410m Fremantle Arts Centre.
Schools
450m John Curtin College of the Arts.
2mins drive East Fremantle Primary School.
5mins drive Fremantle Primary School.
Easy access to private schools along Stirling Highway.
This property at 53 Tuckfield Street, Fremantle is a five bedroom, three bathroom house sold by Mark Dimmock at Dimmock Property on 28 Nov 2022.
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Established in 1829, Fremantle is the port city of Western Australia and is characterised by its unique landscape, heritage architecture, cafes, restaurants, stores and markets. A popular destination for both residents and visitors alike, the suburb is a mixed-use area with its five square kilometres used for residential, commercial, institutional, maritime and industrial purposes.
Busy, energetic and always alive, Fremantle is arguably the second busiest city sector of Western Australia. Enjoy alfresco dining on the cappuccino strip, which runs through a section of South Terrace, take a stroll along the Fishing Boat Harbour and stop in for a drink and a feed at Little Creatures Brewery. Pubs, clubs, shops and markets are all in abundance in Fremantle, making it a popular destination on a night out and the suburb is also home to several popular annual festivals, which attract people from all over the metropolitan area. The Fremantle Railway Station provides convenient access into Perth City.