175 Grey Street W

Albany WA 6330

Fabulous views from Mt Clarence and the city, over Princess Royal Harbour and around to the hills of Torndirrup National Park head a list of desirable features presented by this solid brick and tile home.It's a few minutes' stroll to the centre of York Street for shops, cafes and nightlife, while schools are a bike ride away and the best fishing spots at the town jetty are within a couple of minutes' drive.This is a versatile property constructed over two levels - a family home on top and a living space and games room below - on a low-maintenance, elevated 640sqm block with good parking, 2 garages and turning space. While new owners might want to modernise some rooms, the home has an appealing vintage feel and is in great shape with spacious indoor and outdoor living areas.The main living space is a big lounge with a dining area at one end, and a large corner picture window taking in the amazing view over the Entertainment Centre and out to the port.A similar outlook is shared by the adjacent kitchen, which has a wall oven, gas cook-top and dishwasher.A second living area at the front of the house provides another option for quieter moments, a sizeable terrace at the back is positioned to take in the view, the fireworks on NYE, and downstairs, there's a big games room.Of the four bedrooms in the main home, two have eye catching water views. The master has a walk-in robe and an en suite bathroom with a spa bath. The other three bedrooms are doubles. The main bathroom has a bath, shower and vanity, and there's a separate toilet off the good-sized laundry that also has abundant storage.There are views even from the lower level, which has its own external access and could be used for your guests' accommodation or for a family member to live independently.The underneath consists of a sunny bed-sitting room with a wet area accommodating the shower and toilet at the back, and a kitchen with space for a meals table.Good storage, including a separate lockable cellar, effective gas heating and solar hot water are other advantages of this substantial property, which is smartly presented throughout.What you need to know:- Charming two-storey home plus self-contained living space underneath- Brick and tile construction- Elevated 640sqm block- Expansive city and harbour views, including Torndirrup- 350 metre walk to the centre of town- Big lounge/dining room with corner window view- Second living room - Sizeable rear terrace- Games room- Kitchen with gas cooking, wall oven, dishwasher- Four double bedrooms- Main bedroom with en suite bathroom, walk-in robe\- Family bathroom with bath, shower, vanity- Laundry and separate toilet- Flat with bed-sitting room, kitchen/dining, laundry, shower, toilet- Garage & carport- Solar hot water, gas heating, ample storage- Water rates $1,463.12- Council rates $2,715.52