A symphony of birdsong and impressive native trees frame first impressions of this charming and beautifully presented home on a warm and welcoming street lined with lovingly restored heritage cottages.
Original timber floors, white panelled walls and ceilings, and a classic wrap-around front porch (framed by a picket fence), are nostalgic reminders of the home’s ‘miner’s cottage’ history, which dates back to the late 1800s.
An impressive rear extension, seen from the entrance foyer, optimises a gloriously sunny, north-facing aspect while expanding the home.
High ceilings and a continuous row of servery windows from the open-plan kitchen and dining reveal a handy alfresco meals counter and enchanting north facing garden views; while an extra-large feature window frames lush green foliage - adding an element of indoor/outdoor living amongst a native landscape of waterwise classics.
Intentionally designed to draw on the Port City’s cooling sea breezes, the kitchen windows, along with a west-facing louvered window, can be fully opened to flood the home in refreshing ocean air and natural cross ventilation.
Elements of rustic country charm and touches of boho-chic are evident throughout this cosy residence, with a wood gas fire in the living room, and slate floors in the kitchen, extending to the rear extension where limestone walls and timber framed windows feature in the two bedrooms.
The original front bedroom with a built-in robe enjoys tranquil street frontage and garden views, while the master suite is privately secluded at the rear of the home, also enjoying garden access via French doors.
A double vanity bathroom, with a deep tub, joins the two rear bedrooms, along with a European-style laundry.
Two discreet garden sheds provide additional storage, and while rear parking for one is available via side laneway access, the wide street front provides practical parking for several vehicles, a boat or campervan.
Adored for its close-knit and friendly neighbourhood, there’s a distinct feeling of relaxed country-style living on this magical street.
Large parklands are just a stone’s throw away and the Cool Room and 9 seeds both easy walking distance. The river and beach are an easy bike-ride away, not to mention an abundance of excellent cafes, bars, restaurants and convenience options throughout Fremantle, George Street and Canning Highway, along with several open parkland areas, Royal Fremantle Golf Club and East Fremantle Primary School just minutes away.
For further details please contact Exclusive Selling Agent Stefanie Dobro from White House Property Partners on 0409 229 115.
3 bedrooms 1 bathrooms 1 car
- Original timber flooring and tongue-and-groove wall panelling
- North facing rear living, kitchen and dining
- Charming front and rear outdoor living areas
- Split system air-conditioning units in all bedrooms and living room
- Built-in-robes in bedrooms
- Wood gas fire in living room (plus extra gas bayonet)
- Security locks on windows
- Two outdoor storage sheds
- Easy maintenance, waterwise gardens (artificial grass in rear garden)
- LED downlighting in renovated areas
- Parking for one vehicle via side lane access
- Additional wide front-verge parking
- Close-knit, family-friendly neighbourhood
- Bike ride to the river, beach and Fremantle attractions
- Walking distance to cafes, parkland areas and Fremantle Primary School
- In the East Fremantle Primary School catchment
- In the optional catchment for John Curtin & Melville Senior High School
This property at 96A Forrest Street, Fremantle is a three bedroom, one bathroom house sold by Stefanie Dobro at White House Property Partners on 13 Sep 2021.
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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.