WHITE GUM VALLEY SANCTUARY

Prepare to fall in love with 63 Wood Street, White Gum Valley. You'll be captivated by this restored 1920's workers cottage even before you've stepped through the door. A recycled-brick and jarrah fence provides privacy from the wide, tree lined street. The generous front veranda is an all-year-round retreat, with uninterrupted views to surrounding parkland and abundant birdlife. <br/><br/>The entrance to the home is via a central hallway, with the two front bedrooms offering high ceilings, morning light and views of the front garden and surrounding trees. Further up the hallway, the third bedroom features a large north facing window bringing abundant winter light and more breathtaking garden views. With all the delights of a character home, all rooms offer versatility of use as a bedroom or home office. <br/><br/>The rear of the property opens out to a well-proportioned kitchen overlooking a combined living and dining area. This open plan living space, with original marri floorboards, has an outstanding north facing aspect, with more superb tree and garden views. The large sliding glass door and windows deliver a sought after indoor/outdoor lifestyle and flood the home with gorgeous winter sun. The solid timber deck and private nook to the west, are ideal for entertaining, surrounded by established, exotic plants and trees. Shady gardens to the rear of the property provide additional entertaining options in the summer months. <br/><br/>Relaxing in this peaceful green oasis, it's easy to forget just how centrally located this unique property is. Only a few minutes bike ride to Fremantle, a short drive to Port and South Beaches and the Swan River. Closer to home, being directly across the road from the expansive parkland of White Gum Valley Primary School, and a short walk from Booyeembara Park, Wood St is a friendly hub for passing foot traffic and dog walkers. <br/><br/>The property also offers exceptional potential for a double or single storey rear extension, with added flexibility of not being heritage listed. Finished floor plans and 3D renders (drafted by Fremantle designer John Chisolm) are available for the new owner. The design encompasses a spacious north facing open plan kitchen, dining and living area looking out to the garden and established trees to the east. A north facing second story with master bedroom, walk in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom would all offer outstanding views to surrounding trees and parkland. <br/><br/>This stunning, well maintained character cottage is in a prime location, boasting original features, a sympathetic, tasteful restoration and an outstanding garden. This is a rare opportunity to own a peaceful retreat right on Fremantle's doorstep. <br/><br/>At a Glance:<br/>o 3 bedroom 1 bathroom<br/>o Restored original marri floorboards<br/>o Freshly painted exterior<br/>o Established gardens front and rear<br/>o Close to neighbouring parkland<br/>o Reverse-cycle air-conditioning in master bedroom and dining/living room<br/>o Gas heating outlet in main living area <br/>o Solid timber deck <br/>o Lush garden views from bathroom<br/>o Finished plans for either single or double storey north facing open plan rear extension <br/>o School Catchment:<br/>o White Gum Valley Primary School (directly across the road) <br/>o Fremantle College<br/><br/>Locations (approx.)<br/>o Directly across the road to White Gum Valley Primary School<br/>o 1.7km to Fremantle College<br/>o 1.8km to John Curtin College of the Arts<br/>o 2km to Fremantle<br/>o 20km to Perth<br/>o 2.5km to Fremantle Leisure Centre<br/>o 2.9km to South Beach<br/>o 2.3km to new Fremantle IGA<br/>o 2.6km to Woolworths/Peaches/IGA South Fremantle<br/>o 2.6km to Fremantle Library<br/>o 9.3km to Fiona Stanley Hospital