Perched high along the ridge rising to Monument Hill, among a tightly held collection of grand stone residences, Monaro is a home of enduring significance and rare beauty. With sweeping views stretching across the ocean and harbour, this distinguished Federation filigree residence, built in the 1890s, captures the romance of Fremantle’s past while offering an extraordinary setting to call home.
The interiors are gracious and expansive. Soaring ceilings, vast rooms and a magnificent central staircase create an immediate sense of scale, while tall double-hung sash windows draw in soft natural light and frame the ever-changing outlook. Outside, established sheoaks and thoughtfully designed gardens form a tranquil green backdrop, wrapping around the home and softening its intricate ironwork and elevated verandahs.
The entrance hall is wide and welcoming, setting the tone for the elegant proportions that follow. At the front of the home, jarrah floors lead to a grand lounge where a bay window captures garden views, while across the hall, a second living or formal dining room is filled with northern light. These spaces flow effortlessly through to the contemporary kitchen and casual dining, arranged across two zones with a central island, quality appliances and classic shaker-style cabinetry. Nearby, a spacious bathroom and laundry offer practicality, while the kitchen opens directly to a sheltered travertine-paved alfresco. Beneath, a restored limestone cellar awaits—ready to house a carefully curated wine collection.
Upstairs, the home continues to impress. Ascend up the stately jarrah staircase, the second level features Baltic pine floors, air-conditioned comfort and an arched landing that opens to a wide verandah. From here, sunsets unfold across heritage rooftops to the ocean, islands and harbour beyond. Four generous bedrooms sit on this level, including one with French doors to the verandah and fitted shelving ideal for a library or quiet retreat. The bathroom is rich in character, complete with a freestanding cast iron bath and a blend of timber and marble mosaic finishes.
Outdoor living extends further with an eastern terrace, overlooking a magnificent mature gum tree that anchors the beautifully landscaped rear gardens. A series of paved areas create space to relax or entertain, while a curved timber door set within a stone wall connects through to the gardens from the Knutsford Street side entry. Here, secure parking for three vehicles is positioned behind automated gates.
Positioned for an exceptional lifestyle, this is a home where everything is within easy reach—schools, cafés, shopping, galleries and the open green spaces of Monument Hill just moments away. Rich in history, elevated in position and generous in scale, Monaro offers a rare opportunity to secure a truly significant Fremantle residence.
Property Features:
• Elevated 1890s two-storey stone residence in a tightly held Monument Hill setting
• Sweeping outlooks across the ocean, islands and working harbour
• Rich Federation detailing with intricate ironwork and upper and lower verandahs
• Established, thoughtfully designed gardens framed by mature sheoaks
• Expansive interiors with fireplaces, bay windows, jarrah and Baltic pine floors
• Soaring ceilings, restored limestone cellar, and multiple living and dining zones
• Flexible accommodation including options for a library, study or additional bedroom
• Three bedrooms with BIR’s, main bedrooms with bay windows
• Contemporary shaker-style kitchen with Miele & Fisher & Paykel appliances and reverse osmosis system
• Striking central jarrah staircase leading to an air-conditioned upper level (reverse cycle)
• Sheltered travertine alfresco set within landscaped surrounds
• Secure off-street parking for three vehicles via automated gates (Knutsford Street access)
• Secure and sheltered welded bike rack accommodating three bikes, with access to external power
• Recognised as a finalist in the WA Heritage Awards
• Walkable lifestyle close to schools, Monument Hill, cafés, dining and cultural attractions
• School catchments include Fremantle Primary School, East Fremantle Primary School and John Curtin
For more information please call Exclusive Selling Agent Stefanie Dobro from White House Property Partners on 0409 229 115.
Council Rates: $4,077.58 per annum (approx)
Water Rates: $2,417.90 per annum (approx)
