When I first met the owners of this beautiful property, they made it very clear from the onset just why they loved their home so much. After seeing it for myself, I couldn't help but agree. By the time I walked out the front door, turned around and took it all in one more time, I loved it too. And so will you.
At first sight it isn't hard to see that this property is not your typical cookie cutter house. The elevation says it all, standing tall amongst its neighbours and offering an impressive faade to be envied. Built over 3 levels, there is plenty to see and enjoy here.
Off the main entrance on the ground floor you will find access to the double secured garage, sliding door to access the undercover patio at the rear, and to the right you enter into the main living kitchen and dining area. The light that pours into this area on a sunny day, and even on a cloudy day that Albany is so well known for, provides a truly warm and inviting haven for family entertaining and comfortable living.
The kitchen has been refurbished, with centrepiece island bench and plenty of storage throughout. The defining feature however is not just the warmth and light, but rather the privacy. Despite being in a densely populated area, you can't see a neighbour from a single window in this room, offering a sense of peace and serenity hard to come by for most homes. The outlook only gets better throughout the rest of the house.
Off the living area you will find 3 good sized bedrooms, an office and 2 bathrooms. All this, PLUS a sunroom adjacent to the living room, and we're still on the ground floor? I'm sure you can start to see why there's so much to love here.
Up the spiral staircase - yes, spiral! - you will find the second living area. If you thought downstairs was light and warm, just wait til you're standing in here and taking in the views of Princess Royal Harbour. With an enclosed sunroom, you are completely protected from all weather and you get to sit and enjoy the panoramic views of the harbour and Albany beyond. Warm, inviting and private to boot, you just can't go wrong up here.
Back downstairs and through the alfresco, you can wander around the beautiful established gardens that feature prominently throughout the yard. As you head down towards the back of the home, you will start to see the lower level begin to appear, with an undercroft workshop and third garage, easily accessible from both sides of the home. Further down, you will discover a completely separate and self-contained one bedroom unit. This room is lined with windows, allowing more of that light to shine in on what is a beautifully appointed and spacious zone. With high ceilings, kitchenette, private bathroom and living space, this area just sings from start to finish.
As if this house isn't already enough, it has also been appraised with a rental return of $450 per week, or $360 per week for the main house and $220 per week for the separate annexe.
Solid double brick construction, lots of parking, multiple sheds, elevated position, private location and so much more. Within walking distance to the Little Grove Yacht Club, the waters edge, Primary School and general store, this home can and will change your life. If you are looking for a bespoke home that breaks all the conventional rules, look no further.
Water Rates: $1464 City of Albany Council Rates: $2260
Call me, Jackie Cowley of Ray White Rural, 96 Lockyer Avenue on 0408 427 554 or email me at jackie.cowley@raywhite.com to organise your inspection. You won't regret it!
