180 DEGREE UNINTERRUPTED SWEEPING WATER VIEWS
PRIVATE LIFESTYLE ON 25 ACRES
CONTEMPORARY HOME ABOUND WITH HISTORY
Income Potential
Rental:
Airbnb approved as a short term rental; the property has the potential to earn $400 - $600 per night and is currently receiving strong demand for bookings.
Horse Agistment:
The front paddocks have been regularly leased for horse agistment and comfortably fit 15 horses. Very little is required by the owners, and with continuing strong demand, there is potential to earn $27,000pa.
Venue Hire:
Subject to shire approval, the heritage buildings provide a stunning backdrop for wedding photos, and small gatherings.
Set upon 25 stunning acres, 474 Cathedral Avenue is more than a property, it is a lifestyle and an extraordinary opportunity to purchase a property with history significance dating back to the 1800's. Bridging the past with the present, a custom built luxurious residence is positioned high with breathtaking views across the Leschenault Estuary.
This multifaceted premises can be enjoyed as a lifestyle property with its unique space, privacy and panoramic views, within minutes of suburbia. Zoned rural residential the property has earned income from long term horse agistment, rental accommodation and as an events venue.
With growing demand for lifestyle properties in the Southwest, this is a rare chance to acquire an exceptional property perfectly positioned overlooking the estuary, on the outskirts of Bunbury.
THE RESIDENCE
• Five bedrooms, three bathrooms custom built home
• 272m2* of contemporary living with sweeping water views
• Double garage with direct access to the hallway
• Built in attic ladder to a storage area in the roof void
• Views from the living areas with extensive use of glass
• Chef's kitchen with granite bench top, Miele appliances
• Spacious bedrooms with built in robes
• Grand master bedroom with estuary views
• Ensuite with full height tiling and spa bath
• Ducted, zoned R/C A/C
• Wood heater in the family room
• Ducted vacuuming
• Quality timber flooring & window treatments
• 9ft ceilings
• Expansive verandah commanding estuary views
• Automatic verandah blinds
• 20 solar panels
• Underground power connected
• 2 septics
• NBN connected
• Built 2001 *
• Within the main home is a self contained wing comprising;
• Family room with views
• Kitchen
• Two spacious bedrooms
• One large bathroom with full height tiles
• Separate W/C and storage cupboard
This presents versatility for extended family living, guest quarters, adult children, live-in carers, or the renewal of the B&B licence to generate an additional income.
THE PROPERTY / OUTBUILDINGS
• Four fenced paddocks which have been leased for horse agistment and are serviced by bore water, feed shelters, and small saddlery storage sheds
• 100m² shed divided into two sections, one with two bays for parking or storage, the other also for storage or an outside games room which is A/C and equipped with a bathroom and toilet.
• Water tank 150,000L with UV water filtration that services the house and shed
• Bore services auto reticulation, garden hose, front paddock & horses' trough
• Peaceful perennial lake views from the front of the property
• Manicured gardens, expansive lawn area
• 10ha / 25 acres *
• Zoned Rural Residential
• Rates: Shire $2,900 pa *
INCOME POTENTIAL
• Horse agistment with a history of long term horse agistment.
• Venue events hire; the original homestead and outbuildings remain as charming garden features, providing a picturesque backdrop that has graced many weddings photographs.
• Bread & Breakfast (with approval) or Rental accommodation: the self-contained section previously operated under an approved (now expired) licence as Bed & breakfast accommodation.
HISTORY OF COOKS PARK FARM 1862 &
HERITAGE SIGNIFICANCE
The remnants of the original homestead are part of the local district heritage list. It is excluded from the state and national heritage list. Any changes to the remaining buildings would require further consultation and applications with the local Harvey Shire.
Cook's Park Farm also known as Cook's Cottage was built by James Rodgers in1862 and is one of the oldest farms in the district. The timber-constructed building with clay and whitewash render was situated well back from the Leschenault Estuary to avoid flooding in wet weather. Now standing behind the main residence, the remnants serve as a tangible link to the family's history.
Original owner James Rodgers overcame humble beginnings as a convict to established himself as a prominent family name and made valuable contributions to the development of agriculture in the district, Rodgers and his family grew a wide range of produce, including wheat, rye, potatoes, fruits, oranges, cattle, horses, and a few pigs. He transported most of his potatoes to Perth for sale.
LOCATION ADVANTAGE
• 7.6km* Australind Shopping Centre
• 14.2km* Eaton Fair
• 17.9km* Bunbury CBD
• 3.4km* Forrest Hwy
• 152km* Perth
The zoning and special planning codes make potential subdivision unlikely, which also protect the uniqueness of the property. Refer to the local Harvey Shire for further due diligence.
(* Denotes approx.)
Disclaimer: We have in preparing this document used our best endeavours to ensure the information contained is true and accurate but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements contained. Interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this material. Licensee: Downsouth (WA) Pty Ltd ACN 125 383 628
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