14 James Street, Bassendean

Classic Charm With Modern Conveniences

Nestled in the serene and sought-after suburb of Bassendean, this gorgeous 1920's Californian Bungalow style home is a captivating blend of classic allure and modern comfort. Positioned on a generous 525m2 corner block and adorned with a quintessential white picket fence, this property boasts an enchanting front garden that beckons with it's potential for transformation into a serene oasis.

Ascending the stairs to the front door, you are greeted with a tranquil porch, the perfect place for savouring your early morning coffee while watching the World pass by.

The interior of this home seamlessly combines old-World charm with contemporary conveniences. The home welcomes you with stunning polished Jarrah floorboards, soaring high ceilings adorned with decorative ceiling roses and abundant natural light streaming in through the large windows.

The front section of the home encompasses a generously sized main bedroom and a sprawling formal lounge area featuring a study nook. Renovated to perfection, the home reveals a stunning kitchen complete with a servery nook that connects to a spacious dining area. A fully renovated bathroom showcases a beautiful soaker bath, a vanity and a shower, while clever utilisation of space conceals a discreet laundry behind double doors between the kitchen and bathroom.

Stepping into the backyard, discover a converted old laundry, now transformed into an outdoor kitchen. The outdoor space further impresses with ample storage options amidst easy-care gardens, creating a haven for relaxation and entertaining. The highlight of the backyard is a mammoth grape vine which stretches over the Hills Hoist washing line.

Beyond the property's bounds lies it's most captivating feature—it's prime central location. Situated within a stone's throw of shops, restaurants, bars, schools, and an array of conveniences, this residence offers easy access to the picturesque Swan River, just a brief stroll away. Additionally, the proximity of the Bassendean train station, a mere 5-minute walk, adds to the home's allure, blending location and lifestyle seamlessly.

Here are just some of the many features this gorgeous character home has to offer:
Fantastic corner location on a 525m2 blockSingle driveway leading up to a gabled carportGorgeous white picket fence around the outside of the propertyWhite standard roses surround the inside of the white picket fence A white timber archway stretching over a red brick path leads up to the front porchLovely lawn areas on either side of this path Freshly mulched gardens with a selection of shrubs but still room to add your own plantsFront porch area overlooking the front gardenDecorative front timber door with lead lighting plus a decorative security screen front doorFront entrance hall with extra height ceilings and decorative drop pendant lightingSpacious front lounge room with a central ceiling fan plus a split system air conditioner There are large sash windows with timber look venetian blindsThis room has decorative cornicing and picture rails plus Jarrah floorboardsMain bedroom sits at the front of the home and overlooks the front garden with large sash windowsThis main bedroom has super high ceilings with a central ceiling fan, a split system air conditioner and two drop pendant lightsBedroom two has a central ceiling fan plus there is a split system air conditioner for temperature controlThere are Jarrah floorboards in all rooms of the home The central dining room is a fantastic size and has a drop pendant lightThere is a picture window with views over the side gardenThe dining area features a servery window through to the kitchen areaThe kitchen has white cabinetry with sealed timber benchtops
There is brand new vinyl flooring in this kitchen areaThe kitchen has a 600mm electric oven plus a microwave recess aboveThere is a four burner gas cooktop with an over-head rangehood There is a single fridge recess plus a double farmhouse under-mount sinkThere is a single door pantry in the kitchen plus another storage area/ pantry at the back of the kitchenThe European style laundry is tucked behind double doors and has room for a front loader washing machine plus a dryer and linen on the shelves aboveThe main bathroom has been fully renovated to include a stunning double vanity with stone benches, a larger soaker bath plus a showerThis room has a sliding barn door for spaceThere is a stunning glass and chrome pendant light in the bathroom plus two wall sconces over the two decorative mirrorsThe toilet is located just inside by the back door The home has been freshly painted throughout in a light neutral colour to match any decorThe backyard has the original laundry converted to an outdoor kitchen and has the original trough plus a rangehood for cookingThere are two smaller storage areas next to the outdoor kitchenThe backyard has a lovely enclosed entertaining area under the roof There is a substantial paved area with a central hills hoist washing line that has been converted to a trellis to support a stunning grapevine. There is a fenced off area at the side of the home which would make a fantastic dog run or an area to grow vegetablesThe other side of the home has a access gate from the carport through to an area with mature fruit and citrus treesThe property has a instantaneous gas hot water systemThe property is centrally located with the popular Holly Rayes cafe just down the street.The Swan River is within walking distance as is the Bassendean train stationThe Bassendean Shopping complex is less that 1km awaySteel Blue Football oval iswithin walking distance as wellThe property is located between two popular Primary Schools and the local High School is only two train stops awayThe acclaimed Last Cake Crumb cafe is only 600m walk from the homeThere is a host of other conveniences located very close to the property to discoverThe Perth airport is only a ten minute drive awayThe Perth CBD is located only 12 km away which takes less than 20 minutesPlease note, due to the age of the home, asbestos would have been used in the construction and will still be foundThis gorgeous character cottage presents a rare amalgamation of timeless charm, modern comfort all in an unbeatable location, creating an inviting haven for a discerning homeowner seeking a harmonious blend of style and substance.

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