69 Hovea Crescent, Wundowie WA 6560

Wundowie was gazetted in 1947, and this fibro cottage went up two years later. It has worn the decades well: neat, tidy and well presented, with three bedrooms, an updated bathroom, an original kitchen with loads of retro charm, split-system air-conditioning and a level backyard with a shed and drive-in access.

• 3 bedrooms 1 bathroom
• 1949-built fibro and iron
• Split system AC units
• Retro kitchen, hearth
• Updated bathroom
• Sleepout/studio/study
• Fibro shed, mezzanine
• Drive-in side access
• 1171 sqm level block
• Walk to town & park

A painted concrete path leads from a low front gate to the timber porch of this classic Wundowie cottage. Inside, to the left of the front door, is a large bedroom. Because it sits at the front of the plan, it could just as easily be a lounge. The second and third bedrooms are also a good size, and the second is fitted with split-system air-conditioning too.

The kitchen has retro charm to spare, with its 1940s hardware and built-in storage still in place. A 900 mm oven sits on the original hearth, surrounded by the chimney, and with room for a small table and chairs, a slow roast on a Sunday would look right at home in here.

A door connects the kitchen to the built-in rear verandah, which now houses the family bathroom, a separate WC, a laundry, and a sleepout that can be used as a studio or a study. It's an easy spot for a desk, and some quiet away from the kitchen. The bathroom has been updated, so the room you use first every morning isn't one you'll be itching to renovate.

The backyard is fenced and level, meaning the mower runs in straight lines and there is no dragging tools, materials or machines uphill. There's drive-in side access if you want to bring a vehicle or equipment in.

For both downsizers and first home buyers, put a decent shed on the non-negotiable list. This property has a fibro shed with a concrete floor and a mezzanine for storage, which takes the boxes, camping gear and odds and ends that have followed you through the last few moves.

Wundowie gives you the pace of a country town without making you go without. It's small and well serviced, roughly halfway between Mundaring and Northam, with Wundowie Primary School, an IGA, community swimming pool, library, and playground minutes from the front door. Everyday errands stay local, and the bigger centres are within easy reach: Northam is about 23 minutes away, Midland about 40 minutes and Perth roughly an hour. The weekly shop, the school run and Saturday morning sport can all happen in the one town, and a trip to the city is there when you want it.

To arrange an inspection of this property, call Lee Nangle - 0427 202 366.