47 Hope Street

White Gum Valley WA 6162

Open the white picket gate and come home to a picture-perfect weatherboard cottage with a studio retreat in the garden - and nothing left to do but move in, relax and enjoy.Nestled beyond a white picket fence on tree-lined Hope Street, this timeless character home retains its character and charm with fresh, contemporary updates making it the place perfect for modern day life. Built in 1940's, the house has a light-filled, open-plan living area and surprisingly large back garden that make it wonderfully liveable. A tidy studio in the back garden, with a small kitchenette and separate toilet, offers great scope for those who want a dedicated space to work from home or need a separate playroom or hangout space for kids.While this house will appeal to professional couples, downsizers and retirees, this location is particularly attractive for families. Walk the kids down Hope Street to White Gum Valley Primary School right on your doorstep. Childcare, playgrounds and green spaces are also close by. Spend afternoons exploring Booyeembara Park and its mountain bike trails or head to nearby Stevens Reserve to play ball. Leafy and peaceful, White Gum Valley is one of those neighbourhoods that feels tucked away from it all yet is just minutes from the heart of Fremantle. Quaint character homes and established trees give the suburb its relaxed village feel, with parks, cafes, schools and conveniences nearby.Weekends here can be as busy or relaxed as you like. Walk to coffee and breakfast at Cafe Lumos, Lovers Deli & Canteen, Big Loaf Bakery or Hinata Cafe. Head into Fremantle to wander the markets, browse the shops or meet friends for lunch, then spend the afternoon at South Beach. For dinner, Fremantle's endless choice of restaurants, wine bars and pubs is just minutes from home. Meet friends at Manuka Woodfire Kitchen or Emily Taylor, head into South Fremantle for an evening along South Terrace or pick up something delicious for a cosy night at home. This is a location that lends itself to a wonderfully relaxed way of life. Hope Street is known as White Gum Valley's prettiest street, known for its wide, grassy verges and timber-framed cottages. The cottage is immediately charming, with a limestone wall and white picket fence. Open the gate and step onto the sweet front veranda, a perfect spot to sit with your morning coffee. A timber front door with leadlight window opens to an entryway with picture lines and pressed tin ceiling. Jarrah floorboards, high ceilings and white-painted timber windows bring warmth and charm. There are three bedrooms in the cottage, each light and bright with a large floor-to-ceiling robe offering generous storage. Two bedrooms overlook the front garden and street, while the third overlooks the side garden. There is a charming bathroom with sea-green wall tiles, generous storage and a large corner bath with shower.The heart of the house is the open-plan kitchen, dining and living with beautiful painted, panelled ceilings. The classic white kitchen with timber benchtops has plenty of storage, including a large walk-in pantry, while its connection to the dining and living makes cooking feel part of the action. There is a dishwasher and freestanding range with gas cooktop tucked beneath a chimney surround. The back garden will delight, framed by limestone walls and with beautiful mature trees. Its size is a pleasant surprise, with the house on a 520sqm block with rear lane access. The large lawn offers plenty of space for kids to play while the beautiful limestone walls and pergola with grapevine make the garden feel like a little piece of Europe. The living area spills out onto a stunning deck with pergola and grapevine that overlooks the back garden with limestone steps down to the lawn. You will love entertaining friends and family in your own peaceful little pocket beneath the trees. Toast marshmallows by the firepit in winter or relax on the deck with a barbecue in summer. Alongside the western side of the house are espaliered citrus trees. The separate garden studio is a fantastic bonus space that can be used as a home office, playroom or creative studio. The house also features split system air-conditioning units.If you have been dreaming of a cosy character cottage, a lovely garden and the relaxed Fremantle lifestyle on your doorstep, this lovely home could be the one.FEATURES Separate rear studio with kitchenette Solid jarrah floorboards Built in 1940's retaining original character features 520sqm block with rear laneway access Rear patio decking for outdoor entertaining Walk to popular cafe'sRates & Local Information:Water Rates: $1,382.32 (2025/26)City of Fremantle Council Rates: $2,514.37 (2025/26)Zoning: R20/25Primary School Catchment: White Gum Valley Primary SchoolSecondary School Catchments: Fremantle CollegeDISCLAIMER: This information is provided for general information purposes only and is based on information provided by third parties including the Seller and relevant local authorities and may be subject to change. No warranty or representation is made as to its accuracy and interested parties should place no reliance on it and should make their own independent enquiries.