8 St Albans Avenue

Highgate WA 6003

What we loveAn immaculate Federation facade belies the expanse of this remarkable five-bedroom, five-bathroom home on a sprawling lot within idyllic, tree-lined Highgate. Built in 1898, the home's been treated to a thoughtful extension with every convenience, and finished with elegant flair, premium materials and the loftiest ceilings. Original features were retained and melded into the extension, including underground cellar balustrade which was the home's original staircase. A feature door connecting side yard to garage boasts 100+ year old swinging glass inserts. And what once was the original laundry trough has been repurposed into a convenient potting area for the avid gardener. An all-weather 'Alfresco room' supports versatile entertaining (and Mother Nature's fancy). Five-panel bifold doors transform the cozy 'Winter room' with efficient log fireplace into a sensational patio adjoining a delightful paved and decked courtyard with outdoor kitchen and all mod-cons.Accommodate guests in style in the roomy, self-contained upstairs apartment with separate staircase, kitchen, living, bathroom, bedroom with BIR, study nook and dedicated air-conditioner. Visitors may never leave. Same applies for adult children! Better still, it makes for an ideal work-from-home space. Every amenity and attraction is a zippy drive or stroll away. Live the high life in Highgate.What to knowFive bedrooms with WIRs or BIRs. Five bathrooms with premium marble countertops, tapware and tiling.Four living areas - two downstairs; one upstairs plus versatile upstairs studio adjoining the apartment. Four-car deep set garage with three-phase power with plenty of storage. Pristine polished floorboards throughout. Three original ornate timber and tiled fireplaces converted to gas for elegant convenience. Alfresco features log fireplace.Federation decor: extra-high ceilings, picture rails, ceiling roses and cornices, skirtings, light switches.Feature lighting to most rooms - crystal chandeliers, nickel pendants, glass lantern pendants.Decadent kitchen: floor-to-very-high-ceiling cabinetry, feature Federation hardware and tapware; marble countertops; stone island bench; ample scullery with storage; integrated fridge/freezer and two dishwashers.Outdoor kitchen: stone counter, cedar ceiling, recessed lighting, wine fridge, plumbed BBQ, washroom.Stunning courtyard: paved and decked, retractable awnings and shade sail adjoin outdoor kitchen.Upstairs bedrooms and living feature wrought iron Juliet balconies overlooking the picturesque courtyard.Underground, concrete-lined cellar with feature bricked triple archway, and racking system (240 bottles). Additional ample wall/understairs space could accommodate thousands more bottles if necessary.Luxurious laundry: floor-to-ceiling storage, marble countertops; integrated slide-out ironing board. Every bed and living room within the original home features authentic lead light windows and individual decorative ceiling cornices and roses, while the study features a deep ceiling dome.Schools4min walk to Highgate Primary School (in catchment)5min drive to Mt Lawley Senior High-school (in catchment)2min drive to Perth College8min drive to Trinity CollegeShops & Cafes4min walk to Mary Street Bakery2min walk to a plethora of shops and cafes on Beaufort Street9min walk to the Marketplace IGA6min walk to the new Woolworths Supermarket on Stirling St20min walk to Perth CBDParks & Recreation4min walk to Hyde Park9min walk to Jack Marks Park (dog park)10min walk to Forrest ParkPublic Transport2min walk to 950 Stop on Beaufort Street which will take 5-10mins to the CityWho to talk toTo inspect or learn more, call Chris Pham on 0448 777 511 or email cpham@realmark.com.au