SOLD BY CONNIE HANDCOCK
This must be the finest apartment-style home in Fremantle, with a simply stunning modernist interior wrapped in the history of an important National Trust-classified building. Move through the soaring lobby open to the sky and up the magnificent curving jarrah staircase, where 19th century grandeur shifts into the essence of 21st century design as you enter this astonishing space. Every element is of the highest quality, with glowing pale resin floors, simply beautiful bespoke cabinetry and a wall of glass that stacks and disappears so the living space flows through to the terrace. With three spacious bedrooms, a large study, two bathrooms, secure parking, extensive storage, outdoor living, plus a balcony looking down to Esplanade Park, this is expansive apartment living in the heart of the old city.
The striking feature of the open-plan space is a large timber cube at the centre Walk inside the cube for the large pantry, while the exterior of the cube seamlessly incorporates a suite of high-end Gaggenau appliances, as well as a Liebherr fridge/freezer, bar-fridge, television space, a wall of perspex bookcases and a gas-log fire on each side to warm both the living and dining spaces. Clever storage created from fine timber cabinetry continues throughout the home, including the fully-equipped office, three lovely bedrooms and gorgeous bathroom with stunning oval bath. Down the stairs from the terrace, one of the bedrooms is separate from the other sleeping spaces and is ideal for guests, adjacent to a second bathroom and laundry.
The original residential conversion of the old Oceanic Hotel was awarded for its outstanding contribution to the built environment of the city. More acclaim followed when an Italian architect was given free rein (and a huge budget) to completely re-create this amazing apartment - a reinvention recognised with a Residential Architecture Award. The remarkable quality of every aspect of this home creates a unique atmosphere. Imagine experiencing that feeling every day, in the heart of old Fremantle with everything close at hand, Bather's Beach a stroll away for those Indian Ocean sunsets, and Esplanade Park at the end of the street.
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 1 study 1 car
- Award-winning, large modernist apartment in historic building
- Remarkable design created with quality and imagination
- Open-plan living flows to terrace
- Additional balcony with view to Esplanade Park
- Beautiful bespoke timber cabinetry, excellent storage
- Clean lines, superior materials, highest quality appliances
- Secure and serene
- Remote controlled blinds, reverse-cycle aircon, solar hot water
- Parking with vehicle entry off Collie Street
- Walk to everything: Bather's Beach, train, restaurants
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.
This property at 6/8 Collie Street, Fremantle is a three bedroom, two bathroom apartment sold by Connie Handcock and Michael Harries at Caporn Young Estate Agents Pty Ltd on 21 Apr 2019.
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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.