10 Malsbury Street

Bicton WA 6157

After over 60 years in the same family we are proud to offer this much cherished Bicton beauty. Prepare to be charmed - and a little bit surprised. This spacious 4 bedroom 2 bathroom character classic offers that rare blend of old-world soul and untapped future potential. Nestled effectively one street back from the glistening Swan River waters and mere steps away from Bicton Baths, the lovely Bicton Quarantine Park, beautiful Blackwall Reach Reserve and even Point Walter Golf Course, this terrific residence defines living convenience.Beneath the surface lies a treasure trove of timeless details - from soaring high ceilings to original Jarrah floorboards (under the existing low-maintenance floor coverings) just waiting to shine again. A remote-controlled driveway gate and lockable pedestrian gate secure a delightful front-yard-lawn area, where a future swimming pool definitely wouldn't look out of place.Glorious sunsets from the timber-lined entry verandah are a plus, with feature double front doors, revealing decorative ceiling cornices and timber skirting boards. Alternative wooden floors warm a welcoming front lounge room, complemented by feature windows, striking checkerboard ceilings, a Wonderheat wood-burner fireplace and reverse-cycle air-conditioning.Folding doors - as well as a wide sliding door off the large entry foyer - lead into an open-plan dining and kitchen area where a skylight allows for natural illumination and a split-system air-conditioner ensures complete comfort, all year round.The kitchen itself is made up of a breakfast bar, double sinks, ample storage options and a Euromaid electric-upright cooker.The front master bedroom - with a ceiling fan, split-system air-conditioning and front-yard views is huge, as is a separate second bedroom that boasts its own fan and pleasant front-garden vista. A spacious third bedroom - with a fan - benefits from a north-facing side-garden aspect. Brilliant in its simplicity is a practical bathroom with a shower, a separate bathtub and a powder vanity with built-in timber storage.There is a double linen press with over-head cupboards in the passage, preceding a carpeted family/games room with a "retro" bar - with feature cushioning, reverse-cycle air-conditioning, feature brickwork, a kitchen servery window and access into a versatile fourth bedroom, study. Also at the back of the house sits a functional laundry-cum-second bathroom with a shower, storage, wash trough and separate toilet. Off the family room lie two separate outdoor patio-entertaining area - one of which neighbours a paved drying courtyard, with a clothesline.At the rear, a large powered double-door lock-up workshop can be found off the alfresco space, complete with a side storage lean-to just behind.Also out back is the remote-controlled double lock-up garage with its own lock-up storeroom and ample driveway parking space preceding it - either side of an additional side gate, offering extra peace of mind.Nestled effectively one street back from the glistening Swan River waters and mere steps away from Bicton Baths, the lovely Bicton Quarantine Park, beautiful Blackwall Reach Reserve and even Point Walter Golf Course, this terrific residence defines living convenience.It is also within close proximity to fabulous cafes and eateries, more sprawling local parklands, public transport, the 8 Knots Tavern on the water, the Little Stove, the Swan Yacht Club, top schools (including Santa Maria College) and the Melville Plaza and Palmyra shopping hubs. Effortless access to the heart of Fremantle and East Fremantle's vibrant George Street precinct is quite simply an added bonus here, completing what truly is the ultimate lifestyle location.Whether you're dreaming of a sympathetic restoration or a grand transformation, this enchanting home is brimming with personality, promise and the perfect canvas for your family's forever vision!- 4 bedrooms 2 bathroomsFEATURES:- High ceilings- Wooden floorboards throughout - mostly original Jarrah- Two separate living areas- Electric cooking appliances in the kitchen- Huge master/2nd/3rd bedrooms - all with ceiling fans- Separate 4th bedroom, study or sleep out - you choose- Separate bath and shower in the main family bathroom- Separate 2nd bathroom/laundry - with a separate toilet- Outdoor patio entertaining- Split-system/reverse-cycle air-conditioning- Feature ceiling cornices- Timber feature skirting boards- Security doors- Solar hot-water system- Established lawns and gardens- Secure front yard - with room for a pool- Large powered workshop- Double garage - with a storeroom- Ample driveway parking space - within the property gates- Spacious 690sqm (approx.) street-front block- Built in 1961 (approx.)