SPOTLIGHT
/ Elevated cul-de-sac position with breathtaking views / Built in 1985 / Raked ceilings with exposed timber beams / Multiple living zones / Sunken lounge with wood-burning fireplace / Wine cellar and storage room / Infinity-edge saltwater swimming pool / Expansive entertaining deck / Expansive balcony overlooking the surrounding valley and scarp / Fisher & Paykel kitchen appliances with gas cooktop, double oven and dual drawer dishwasher / Reverse-cycle air conditioning / 5.5kW solar with solar hot water / Whole-house water filtration system / Established gardens with mature fruiting orange, Meyer lemon, yuzu, pomelo, pomegranate and olive trees / Walking distance to bush trails and nearby national parkland
There is an honesty to the home’s design that immediately distinguishes it. Soaring raked ceilings, exposed timber beams and split-level planning remain defining features, while a restrained contemporary palette allows these original architectural gestures to take centre stage. Crisp white interiors are complemented by warm timber detailing and expansive glazing, creating an effortless dialogue between the architecture and its natural surroundings. Throughout, the home embraces the timeless character of its era while feeling entirely suited to modern family living.
Designed across multiple levels, the home offers a thoughtful balance of connection and separation, allowing each living space to serve a distinct purpose. The sunken lounge, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, provides an intimate retreat, while the open plan living and dining areas extend seamlessly onto the expansive entertaining deck. Upstairs, a generous mezzanine creates the flexibility of a second lounge, studio or work-from-home space, complete with its own private balcony. Down the exposed brick staircase, an impressive cellar evokes the intimate atmosphere of a hidden speakeasy, offering an atmospheric setting for wine storage and tastings, providing an exceptional space for collectors alike and a flexible space offering further storage.
Positioned at the heart of the home, the kitchen connects effortlessly with the adjoining dining and family living areas, creating a highly functional space for both everyday living and entertaining. Framed by greenery and enjoying one of the home’s most captivating outlooks, it features stone benchtops, crisp white cabinetry, generous storage and a suite of quality Fisher & Paykel appliances, including a gas cooktop, double oven and dual drawer dishwashers.
The outdoor spaces are every bit as compelling as the interiors, thoughtfully designed to embrace the home’s elevated position. A generous entertaining deck extends from the main living areas, creating the perfect setting for long lunches, summer evenings and quiet moments overlooking the Darling Scarp. Beyond, the striking infinity-edge saltwater swimming pool appears to merge with the surrounding canopy, reinforcing the home’s seamless connection to its natural setting. Established gardens are home to an impressive collection of fruiting orange, Meyer lemon, yuzu, pomelo, pomegranate and olive trees, while frequent visits from black cockatoos, native birdlife, bandicoots and even the occasional kangaroo create an immersive hills lifestyle unlike any other.
Accommodation comprises four generously proportioned bedrooms, complemented by a fifth bedroom or dedicated home office, offering flexibility for growing families or those working remotely. Privately positioned, the main suite is accompanied by an impressive ensuite that captures some of the home’s finest views, where the bath is perfectly positioned to overlook the valley beyond the infinity-edge pool. The remaining bedrooms are generous and thoughtfully separated from the home’s principal living areas, creating a highly functional family floorplan.
Positioned within one of Darlington’s most peaceful cul-de-sacs, the home enjoys immediate access to the natural beauty that defines the Perth Hills. Walking trails through nearby national parkland are moments from the front door, while a seasonal stream meanders nearby throughout winter. Darlington Village, local cafés, schools and everyday amenities remain within easy reach, delivering the rare balance of tranquil hills living without compromising convenience.
RATES
Council $4,300 pa approx. Water $289.66 pa
