5/9 Macleod Road, Applecross, WA 6153

UNDER OFFER by Connie Handcock, White House Property Partners, after one week on the market

Privately positioned to the rear of an established complex that sits just one street back from the vibrant Ardross Street caf? and restaurant strip and only footsteps away from our picturesque Swan River and the sprawling Applecross foreshore reserve and boardwalk, this tranquil retreat of a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom two-storey townhouse residence embodies the essence of relaxed living amidst an oasis of lush and leafy gardens.

This secluded riverside sanctuary, located in the prestigious Golden Triangle of Applecross, is a well-loved and maintained home of an Australian designer and artist.

This warm and welcoming haven will impress you from the moment you step foot inside of it. A huge front lounge room is graced by solid wooden floorboards, along with split-system air-conditioning, three gas-bayonet points for heaters and the loveliest of garden aspect through its feature window.

The gleaming timber flooring flows through into an adjacent open-plan dining and kitchen area with a gas bayonet of its own. The delightful chef's kitchen itself boasts sparkling granite bench tops and splashbacks, a step-in pantry, a breakfast bar for quick bites, a stainless-steel Bosch dishwasher, a range hood, gas cooktop and quality stainless-steel Electrolux microwave and double-oven appliances.

Also downstairs are a powder room (with under-bench storage) and a separate laundry ? complete with over-head built-in cupboards of its own, plus access out to the rear for drying. The dining space also seamlessly extends outdoors to the most sublime of courtyard settings, where a terrific pergola allows shaded entertaining framed by verdant tropical gardens. What a wonderful place to unwind and rejuvenate the senses, without a worry in the world.

Upstairs, the sleeping quarters are headlined by a spacious master-bedroom suite with its own gorgeous vista for you to wake up to. Two side-by-side ?his and hers? built-in double wardrobes are complemented by a large ensuite bathroom that is light, bright and features a rain shower, a new vanity with under-bench storage, a toilet and heat lamps.

A light-filled second bedroom looks out to foliage and has its own built-in double robes, additional shelving and split-system air-conditioning for climate control. The third bedroom has built-in double robes also ? with a luminous main bathroom comprising of a shower, toilet, vanity, under-bench storage and retro-tiled floors.

Whether it's grabbing your favourite brew at Cheeky Boy, Cioccolato Espresso or Nic and Kolo, sampling a pizza at Gucce or Canteen Pizza, fetching your groceries at The Good Grocer IGA around the corner, absolutely everything is within arm's reach of this desirable and sought-after location. Nestled within the catchment zones for both Applecross Primary School and Applecross Senior High School, this dream of a ?lock-up-and-leave? abode is also close to other food and coffee spots along buzzing Riseley Street, plethora of sprawling local parklands, Westfield Booragoon Shopping Centre, exclusive yacht clubs, the Raffles Hotel, The Rowing Pavilion, Quarter Acre, Canning Bridge Train Station, the freeway, wonderful community sporting facilities at Tompkins Park, Wireless Hill and a host of top private schools ? Santa Maria, Aquinas and Penrhos Colleges included.

This hidden gem offers more than just a home ? it promises a respite from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Imagine waking up to the gentle rustling of leaves, as sunlight filters through the canopy of green. Welcome to your own sanctuary of comfort and seclusion, where every single day feels like a peaceful escape!

FEATURES INCLUDE:

? Wooden floorboards downstairs

? New bedroom carpets

? Spacious front lounge room

? Separate open-plan dining area and chef's kitchen with granite bench tops

? Contemporary cooking appliances

? Dishwasher

? Private rear pergola courtyard for tranquil garden entertaining

? Upper-level bedrooms ? all with BIR's

? Commodious master suite with a generous ensuite

? Light-filled main bathroom ? also on the top level

? Ground level powder room and separate laundry

? Upstairs linen press

? Split-system air-conditioning

? Gas-bayonet heating

? Security-alarm system

? Venetian blinds throughout

? Feature skirting boards

? NBN internet connectivity

? Security doors and screens

? Gas hot-water system

? Garden lighting

? Reticulated gardens

? Side drying courtyard

? Secure remote-controlled double garage ? with a lock-up storeroom

? Adjacent visitor-parking bays ? only metres from your front door

? 106sqm (approx.) land size

? Built in 1990 (approx.)

? 1 minute walk to cafe strip & restaurants, boutique shopping with all amenities, gourmet grocer & butcher

? Excellent local schools

? Central to Perth and Fremantle

Council Rates: $2,156.63 per annum (approx.)

Water Rates: $1,466.28 per annum (approx)

Strata Rates: $1,143.66 per quarter (approx.)