7 Edward Street, Cottesloe WA 6011

Ever dreamed of raising your family in a classic home in the sort of community where neighbours become friends and children play on the quiet street? This timelessly beautiful home could be the one you have imagined.

On a huge 708sqm landholding with lush gardens and a lagoon pool, this four/five bedroom, two bathroom house sits on highly sought after Edward Street. Quiet and tucked away, yet close to conveniences, this idyllic pocket of Cottesloe has long been coveted. Families in particular appreciate the close community, the safe neighbourhood and the easy walks to both North Cottesloe Primary School and Presbyterian Ladies College, both just a few minutes away.

An original, solid double brick home built in 1960, the home has a handsome street elevation, set behind a tall brick wall covered in climbing fig and roses.

Children will be delighted by the long driveway through to the back of the garden, wonderful for playing games and riding bikes. There is a covered carport right by the entry foyer, as well as additional driveway parking at the back, where there is a large double garage and a separate, private home office. Perfect for those who work from home, it would also make an ideal studio or home gym.

Inside, the original front rooms retain charming yesteryear features. Polished jarrah floors, French windows, picture lines and sculpted arches all add to the interior's warm, welcoming feel.

Spread over two levels with numerous flexible living spaces, the house offers a versatile layout for the growing family, with rooms that can be easily adapted as needs change.

The central, contemporary kitchen with its soaring ceilings is the heart of this home. White and bright, with soft-closing drawers and Caesarstone benchtops, this is a kitchen that was designed for the busy family that loves to entertain. A large island bench offers plenty of preparation space. There is an AEG five burner gas cooktop, integrated rangehood, family-sized 600mm AEG oven and plenty of storage. Conveniently located off the kitchen is the large laundry, with laundry chute from the upper floor. Home chefs can be in the kitchen while still keeping an eye on kids in the pool - the kitchen is open-plan with the spacious north-facing dining room, where double French doors reveal the big lagoon pool in the walled front garden.

Relax with a drink or lunch in the poolside gazebo and enjoy the beautifully looked after gardens, with tropical plantings that promise the soft scents of frangipani and jasmine in summer.

This is the sort of family house that begs for gatherings - parties, Christmases, Easters, school formal pre-drinks. Entertainers will love the choice between the pool area at the front and the back garden.

Here there is a veranda as well as a gorgeous patio, surrounded by plants and ideal for long lunches or laidback dinners. During bigger gatherings, guests can spill out into the fire pit courtyard with raised garden beds, all backdropped by magnificent eucalyptus trees.

Like the dining and kitchen, the inviting lounge room capitalises on the home's enviable north-facing orientation. French doors here also open the room up to the pool area.

Beyond the kitchen is another spacious living room, ideally located for parents to keep an eye on younger children. There is a built-in gas heater here and sliding doors that open to the back veranda and garden.

At the back of the ground floor overlooking the garden is a charming guest bedroom overlooking the back garden, with walk-in robe and adjacent bathroom.

The western wing of the home is another part of this amazing home devoted to versatile living spaces for a family. Here is a study with built-in desk, as well as another TV or living room that could be easily adapted into a fifth bedroom if desired.

The upper floor encompasses three huge, light-filled bedrooms, each with sweeping views across the iconic local Norfolk Island pines and charming pinewood floors.

The north-facing main suite has a private balcony and a wall of built-in robes. The other two bedrooms have window seats, one wide enough to be a comfortable daybed, with storage beneath. The three bedrooms are serviced by a big family bathroom. The upper floor has Daikin reverse-cycle air-conditioning, while the ground floor is serviced by split systems.

Close to cafes, restaurants, beach, shops, the river, public transport, this is a dream home for families, entertainers and those who work from home in one of Cottesloe's most perfect family locations.

Don't delay in viewing this fabulous family home and call Candie Italiano on 0429 159 506

Rates & Local Information:
Water Rates: $1759.36 (2021/22)
Town of Cottesloe Council Rates: $3197.36 (2021/22)
Zoning: R20
Primary School: North Cottesloe Primary School
Secondary School: Shenton College

*PLEASE NOTE while every effort has been made to ensure the given information is correct at the time of listing, this information is provided for reference only and is subject to change.