Head for the hills: 10 stunning homes where you can enjoy a treechange

Featuring locally sourced granite, this stunning residence is the perfect combination of historic charm and modern elegance. The vine wrapped deck, Juliet balcony and prominent archways will make you feel like you’ve stepped into Verona, while the two gourmet kitchens, renovated bathrooms and guest suite are built for contemporary living. Relax by the rock-lined pool, or feel the summer breeze on the deck built from repurposed railway sleepers, which complements the sun lounge with arched stone windows and checkered floors. 

Now this is what we call working from home. Sitting on 16.9 acres, Hainault is the whole package – not only does this property have two separate houses, but it also features a working vineyard with its own winery and restaurant! Enjoy the stunning grounds, income producing cellar door and beautiful family home where you can relax on the sprawling veranda with a glass of your own Cabernet Sauvignon.   

Tranquil garden retreat 

This property takes our breath away! The house itself has been lovingly renovated, with Italian marble bathrooms, chef’s kitchen, and stunning infinity pool, while retaining its character and heritage. It’s gorgeous, but the garden is the real showstopper. Sheltered by ferns and willows, the long driveway adds to the magic of this property and leads to the manicured lawns with avocado and fig trees, secret pondside pavilion and spring-fed creek. 

A delicious opportunity  

You’ll not only enjoy views of the rolling hills of Bedfordale from every room of this gorgeous house, you’ll also reap the benefits of your very own orchard! This renovated character home has plenty of room for the whole family, with a separate wing for guests or older kids who need a bit more space, a master suite, and a beautiful octagonal living room that looks out onto the patio and the fruit trees beyond. In the summer, enjoy splashing in the dams and bubbling brook on the property grounds between trips to the orchard to snack on fresh-picked apricots, mangoes and oranges. 

Artist’s retreat 

Built on the ruins of the original 1904 home, this Darlington residence pays homage to its heritage in the most beautiful way. The marrying of stone and timber makes this a truly unique house, and carefully blends the original design and materials of the property into a modern yet rustic haven. Marvel at the surrounding bushland through the stained-glass windows or from the deck of one of the three balconies, where you can truly breathe in the gorgeous landscape. There’s even a dedicated art room for creative pursuits – and you’re sure to find plenty of inspiration both inside and outside this home! 

Cozy riverside residence + cottage  

Multigenerational living or an AirBnB/rental – with 10 bedrooms spread out across two separate residences plus a granny flat,  this sprawling property is ideal for communal living or an investment opportunity. It exudes country charm, whether you’re in the huge living room, the wood panelled kitchen, or exploring the grounds. Located just 30 kilometres from Perth CBD, it’s the perfect place to experience rural life without cutting ties to the city. Kids can splash in Canning River as it meanders through the property, feed the chickens in the hen house, or visit the stables and surrounding paddocks – the perfect home for free range children! 

Spa business and family home  

Going to work has never been this relaxing! This incredible property not only contains a stunning eco lodge with a private jacuzzi offering views of the lush bushland, but an operating business in the Hidden Valley Day Spa. Enjoy the modern and spacious main home with three generous bedrooms and a cosy open-plan living area, and then step outside to take in the sights and sounds of the forest beyond. If you’re up for a walk, you can check in on the day spa, which includes four deluxe spa treatment rooms and a commercial kitchen, or one of the five separate spa lodges that each features a king bed, log fire, kitchen and private hot tub. 

Modern with cottage charm 

If you’re seeking the charm of a woodland cottage and the elegance of a modern mansion, this Mundaring home is for you. Neutral and natural tones pair nicely with hardwood floors, ornate ceilings and antique fixtures– it's easy to picture yourself curling up on the window seat with a good book or enjoying dinner with the family on the verandah. Budding chefs will love the unfettered access to the property’s many fruit trees and fresh eggs in the morning; the secure paddock out back is perfect for chickens.  

A-frame hills hideaway 

This two storey A-frame chalet is a gorgeous example of alpine architecture, built for the slopes of Stoneville. Beautiful Jarrah accents lead through the kitchen and living room, up the stairs to the peaked ceiling of the main bedroom. From there, step out onto the balcony and survey what lies beyond; a cute art studio/guest accommodation, salt-water pool and steps down to meet the Rail Reserve Heritage Trail. If you’re sore from hiking or exploring the surrounding bushland, soak in the marble spa and take in the views of the forest from new heights.  

Room for the whole family