172 Grey Street W

Albany WA 6330

Seize this unique opportunity to acquire this classic inner-city property steeped in history and ambiance and towering above the landscape, with glorious vistas across Princess Royal Harbour to Torndirrup National Park and beyond.Presenting "Keswick", an enigmatic C1886 late Victorian Georgian home set on a fabulous elevated rose garden lot only 450-metres from the Albany Town Hall.The property was originally owned by former merchant, mariner, whaler, councillor, mayor and politician Cuthbert McKenzie.It is Heritage Survey Listed with the Albany City Council for its "considerable significance" and "high degree of integrity and authenticity", and is "considered very important to the heritage of the locality".The home has been extensively restored and updated, ensuring beautiful original features including decorative cornices and ceiling roses, picture rails, high ceilings, wide skirtings, wood floors and fireplaces were conserved.Embrace the water views from the front verandah, magnificent period lounge, with ornate fireplace or the main bedroom, featuring a walk-in robe.Beyond the classic entry hall is an exquisitely-refined dining room, with fireplace and shelving.Marvel at the scale of the contemporary integrated kitchen, with fabulous storage and access to a laundry nook and deck.Nearby is a lovely in-style bathroom and on the next level is a chic and light glass-wrapped garden view living area with a possible third bedroom, nursery or office which could easily have some doors added to give the room closure, it boasts window boxed seating and a powder room with second toilet.Become the proud owner of this notable property.For more detailed information or to arrange a private viewing please contact Hollie Hummerston on 0428 410 006 or email hollie.h@raywhite.com