1 Jaraba Avenue, Gooseberry Hill

Simply divine and located in one of the best addresses in Gooseberry Hill, this historic tuck-pointed red brick, stone and iron home is a testament to the owners' flair for interior design and love of heritage detail. Known as "Jaraba" and believed to be the original hills holiday home of the well known Perth retailer Thomas Ahern family, this property has been exquisitely renovated throughout to offer a seamless blend of modern comfort and the homes' illustrious c1905 heritage.

3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
Stunning self-cont. studio
Elegant heritage kitchen
Gracious lounge/reception
Dining and office/activity
Superb period detailing
Glorious decked verandah
Exquisite terraced gardens
Gorgeous 2819sqm block
Dress circle G/Hill location

Enter the property through one of the two wrought iron gates which frame a circular driveway featuring a magnificent swan fountain as a centrepiece. The leadlight front door opens into a spacious reception room and living area, which flows past the formal dining room into the elegant main lounge complete with a majestic open fire place. The kitchen is simply put, a masterpiece. Modern, yet in keeping with the heritage of the home, it forms the hub of the home and features granite bench tops and top of the range integrated appliances including Miele coffee machine and wine fridge.

Throughout the home the soaring ceilings, ornate cornices, picture rails and lavish pendant lighting remind you of illustrious days gone by. The perfect example of the owners' flair for combining the new and the charms of yesteryear are evident in the master suite which which features a stunning sleek ensuite with walk-in robe with a window overlooking the gardens below. Double french doors open from both the lounge and master bedroom and flow out to the glorious elevated verandah which beckons one to sit and drink in the views of the resplendent gardens below.

The charms of this property are not limited to the house alone. The inspired transformation of the ivy-covered studio (believed to have once housed the nurse who cared for Thomas Ahern), into an uber modern, fully self-contained guest suite has to seen to be appreciated.

Rarely do properties of this calibre become available in this prestigious Gooseberry Hill location. Take advantage of the opportunity of a lifetime to write the next beautiful chapter in the history of this landmark hills property.
To arrange a viewing please contact Patrick Harper on 0413 440 107 or Linda Smith 0402 641 022