There’s something special about the historic streetscapes of East Fremantle’s Plympton Ward, where beautiful character homes, leafy gardens and a vibrant village atmosphere create an enduring sense of place. Elevated above the street, this early 1900s Federation cottage is a lovely example, with its limestone and tuckpointed brick façade, traditional veranda and sweeping outlook across the Swan River. George Street’s cafés and boutiques, the river foreshore, parks and excellent local schools are all close by – a wonderful lifestyle in one of East Fremantle’s most treasured pockets.
The elevated front veranda is a beautiful place to pause, taking in the river views, changing skies and twinkling neighbourhood lights after dark. Inside, the home’s original character is celebrated in high ceilings, decorative cornices, rich jarrah floors and a traditional arched hallway. Two generous bedrooms sit off the hall, both with built-in robes, while the master enjoys air-conditioning. Beyond, the welcoming living room is full of natural light, with tall windows, crisp white walls and a decorative fireplace adding warmth and charm.
The renovated kitchen is fresh and bright, with white cabinetry, subway tiles, stainless-steel rangehood and a skylight drawing sunshine into the space. An adjoining dining area opens through French doors to the rear garden, creating an easy connection between inside and out. Here, a sheltered alfresco offers a lovely setting for relaxed entertaining, surrounded by established, reticulated greenery. There’s room for children to play, with a cubby house tucked into the garden, plus a separate laundry, toilet and handy external storage.
A delightful surprise awaits above the garden, where a lofty viewing platform makes the most of the home’s elevated position, with wonderful views across the Swan River and surrounding landscape. It’s a special spot to watch the sunset, enjoy a quiet morning coffee or simply take in the outlook.
Stroll to George Street for coffee or dinner, wander down to the river, explore the neighbourhood’s historic streets or enjoy the easy connection to Fremantle’s beaches and vibrant centre. With its Federation beauty, relaxed outdoor spaces and enviable Plympton location, this is a charming home in a much-loved community.
Property Features:
– Early 1900s Federation cottage in elevated Plympton Ward position
– Beautiful limestone and tuckpointed brick construction
– Traditional veranda with picturesque Swan River outlook
– Original character: high ceilings, jarrah floors, decorative cornices and arched hallway
– Two generous bedrooms, both with built-in robes
– Light-filled living room with decorative fireplace
– Air-conditioning to living area and master bedroom
– Renovated white kitchen with subway tiles, skylight and stainless-steel rangehood
– Dining area with French doors opening to the rear garden
– Sheltered alfresco entertaining and low-maintenance reticulated gardens
– Elevated garden viewing platform capturing beautiful river views
– Separate laundry and toilet, external storage shed and children’s cubby house
– Solar panels
– Walk to George Street, Swan River, local parks, cafés and boutiques
– School catchments: East Fremantle Primary School and John Curtin College of the Arts
For more information please call Exclusive Selling Agent Stefanie Dobro from White House Property Partners on 0460 949 640.
Council Rates: $1,985.45 per annum (approx)
Water Rates: $1,351.51 per annum (approx)
