#26446 Trial Member
Charming modern/character home, close to the city
House • Mount Hawthorn WA Australia
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Listed December 2023
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General overview
Our renovated 1950s built character home features 12 feet rose ceilings and ornate cornices, surrounded by a mixture of modern new build and character homes.
We are located 5km from the Perth CBD with access to public transport 2mins walk down the street.
We love it here as we are close to everything! Within 5-25mins away, you'll be able to walk along the cafes and restaurant strips, catch the bus or drive to the various beaches, wander through the beautiful Kings Park, Elizabeth Quay by riverfront, universities, yacht clubs, parks and oval , etc.
The space
The house has separate entertaining areas where the adults and children/teens can have their own "space" - either by the pool, indoor/outdoor alfresco or the activity room.
GROUND FLOOR:
Master Bedroom - queen size bed with several chest of drawers with private ensuite and spa bath.
All-purpose Room - where the children do their homework, practice their musical instruments and our daughter's crazy craft and knick-knacks are stored.
Open plan area with dining room that looks towards the kitchen and family room.
Kitchen- fully equipped kitchen.
Family Room - large, comfortable leather couches, coffee table and a smart TV with Fetch TV, Netflix and Disney plus.
Laundry - washing machine and dryer. A separate toilet is in this area.
Indoor/outdoor Alfresco - a commercial grade BBQ with wok burner and rangehood, dining table, TV, sitting area, shaggy rug and a wood fire.
SECOND STOREY:
You'll need to tackle 21 steps leading up to the 2nd storey, where you will find two large bedrooms, study nook, activity area (with a double sofa bed), separate shower and separate toilet.
Bed 2: Queen size bed with vanity mirrors, chest of drawers and large built-in wardrobe.
Bed 3: Double bed with large built-in wardrobe. **this room would suit any star wars and Lego fan! 😂🙈
The pool area has two access with self closing gates as per Australian safety regulations.
Mostly automated but you'll have to turn on the pool pump filter when prior to using it..
Cars and bike usage can be discussed accordingly..
Guest access
Unfortunately, our house is not really suitable for wheelchair access due to the number steps around and inside the house - 21 steps to get to the second storey.
The front entry has a large step to the front front porch and the pool has 6 steps from the house/decking down to the pool.
Notes
We do have non-shedding black cavoodle, called Miko. She will be staying with a pet-sitter during the swap period, unless you are happy to look after her.
We ask that our guests be mindful of consuming nuts in our house as our son is anaphylaxis.
We would prefer families with children over 8yr olds who are VERY good swimmers as we have a pool and can handle the 21 steps up to the second storey.
Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
Toys
BBQ
Pool
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Gated community
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Travel Styles
Long term
Adventure
Family
Sport and leisure
Foodie
Relaxing
City
Beach
Cycling
Good public transport
Golf
House rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Low allergen
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Neighbourhood
Our suburb features lots of character homes, mixed with some modern new build homes. It has a very community feel about it.
Walking through the neighbourhood to grab a coffee or something to eat, you'll realise the houses have beautiful gardens and are well maintained, streets are clean.
There are several parks with playground equipment within 5 - 15mins walks and a pump track for those keen bike riders - 5mins down the road (by bike).
We are lucky to be in pocket that is close to lots of coffee shops, cafes, restaurants, hair dressers, gyms, beautician salons and so on.
Parks close by:
Menzies Park - 5min walk. The parks is a dog park, sports park for cricket games, AFL (Australian Football) games, school sports carnival, etc. Pavilion for function hiring, public toilets and shaded and fenced playground.
Braithwaite Park - another 3mins walk from Menzies Park. This has a nature playground at one end with a flying fox, etc. and are mainly for the older children. The other end of the park, is a playground for young babies and toddlers. The whole park is fully fenced.
Getting to my home
After arriving at the airport, you can catch an uber or taxi directly to our house. We are 15-20 mins from both international and domestic airport.
You can catch the bus #15 (2mins walk down from the house) to the city and train station.
#402 and #990 to city or the beach and various larger shopping centres and train station.
Nearest airport
Perth International Airport - 25mins by car.
Perth Domestic Airport - 20 mins by car.
Taxi rank right outside the airport or you can order an uber.
Getting around
There are shops within 15mins walks or a 2min walk to the #15 bus stop, will take you to the nearest shops.
Bus #402 and #990 will take you to the Perth City Bus Depot and down to Scarborough Beach. They will stop along the shops towards Innaloo Shopping precinct.
Closest shops: The Mezz, which has Woolworths, bakery , fruit & vegetables shop.
IGA is along the way to The Mezz. Lots of coffee shops, hair dressers, beautician salons, gyms, etc
Attractions: within 15 - 30mins drive, will take longer via public transport.
Kings Park
Elizabeth Quay
Perth Zoo - you can catch the ferry over to the zoo
City Beach
Floreat Beach
Scarborough Beach
RAC Arena
Optus Stadium
Swan Valley - lots of wineries, chocolate factories
Shopping centres: all within 25mins drive
Innaloo
Karrinyup
Morley Galleria
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Desired Destinations
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Dec 15, 2025 - Jan 19, 2026
"Japan - Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo and Hokkaido. We would love to immerse ourselves in Japanese culture and traditions by in staying in a minka or onsen ryokan or close by. Then make our way to Tokyo and Hokkaido for some skiing."
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