40 Ruby Street

North Perth WA 6006

Reasons to call this homeCentury-old character graces this gorgeous 5 bedroom 2 bathroom family home in the heart of North Perth - one that has undergone a modern extension and transformation, ensuring quality family living for all involved. High ceilings, solid wooden floorboards, picture rails and high feature skirting boards are commonplace throughout, helping preserve the property's original nostalgia of yesteryear. The bedrooms are all generous in their proportions, inclusive of an upstairs fifth bedroom - or nursery - behind the privacy of double doors, where you will also discover access up to the roof storage space, as well as a cathedral-style ceiling and leafy glimpses to the city.The massive master retreat across the passage defines relaxation and benefits from clear views of the Perth city skyline. Its neighbouring ensuite-like bathroom plays host to a bubbling spa bath, a separate shower, heat lamps and twin "his and hers" vanity basins. Back downstairs, a stylish and contemporary open-plan living, dining and kitchen area is a classy space with a feature log fireplace, a ceiling fan (with a ceiling rose), sleek stone bench tops, an island breakfast bar, double sinks, an appliance nook, a stainless-steel dishwasher, an integrated microwave and excellent stainless-steel range-hood, gas-cooktop and oven appliances. Off here, outdoor access to a stunning pitched patio deck at the rear is rather seamless - with covered alfresco-style entertaining complemented by another ceiling fan, plenty of lighting and drop-down cafe blinds, for protection from the elements. It all so pleasantly overlooks a large backyard-lawn area, framed by established easy-care gardens. What a setting.The detailsThe light and bright main bathroom features a claw-foot bathtub, a separate shower and twin-vanity basins to help reduce traffic at family peak-hour. The nearby laundry is stylish and possess built-in storage cupboards. Extras include a lovely entry deck, built-in wardrobes, feature fireplaces, ducted and split-system air-conditioning, ceiling fans, a pitched double carport with a timber-lined ceiling and a garden shed at the rear.With the vibrant Beaufort Street and Angove Street bar, cafe and restaurant precincts in close proximity, a short walk separating your doorstep from the North Perth Bowling Club, beautiful Woodville Reserve, bus stops, the Rosemount Hotel and shopping atNorth Perth Plaza and the likes of Kyilla Primary School, spectacular Hyde Park, the Edith Cowan University Mount Lawley Campus, Mount Lawley Senior High School, the neighbouring cultural hubs of Leederville and Mount Hawthorn, recreational centres, the freeway, the Leederville and Mount Lawley Train Stations, the city itself, the river and even the coast all only a matter of minutes away in their own right, there is a spectacular sense of living convenience attached to this enchanting family haven. What a magnificent place to call home.Get in touchTo find out more about this property, you can contact agents Sean and Jenny Hughes on 0426 217 676 or Oliver Hess on 0478 844 311, or by email at hughesgroup@haivenproperty.com.au.Main features- 5 bedrooms- 2 bathrooms- Open-plan living/dining/kitchen area- City views from upstairs- Spacious outdoor alfresco-entertaining deck- Private backyard-lawn area - ideal for kids and pets- Double carport- 491sqm (approx.) block- Built in 1915 (approx.)