13 Rule Street, North Fremantle WA 6159

OCEAN VIEWS AND A SELF-CONTAINED STUDIO APARTMENT

Prestigious Rule Street is one of the highest spots in North Fremantle, and with this home on the ocean side, the views are magnificent. If you love the idea of a house that surprises and delights as you walk through, this unique, dual residence North Fremantle home could be the one.

From the street, this house looks like it could be a simple two-storey Federation renovation with its traditional timber features and brick facade. However, it was built in 1987, and the house that lies beyond is nothing but run-of-the-mill. Step through the leadlight entry and inside is an expansive, light-filled, airy home with three storeys, elevated, jaw-dropping views that sweep across North Fremantle to the ocean, and a rooftop deck where you can watch the sun set on Rottnest Island. On top of that, the house has a bonus level - a spacious, self-contained basement apartment with its own entry, with wonderful scope for teenagers, adult children or guests to have their own private quarters. Or rent out either the basement as a long-term rental or AirBnB - there is fantastic scope to do so.

A beautiful entry foyer has a void to ceiling, stunning leadlight windows, jarrah floorboards and a sweeping staircase. Warm and welcoming with generously sized spaces, the top floor is an entertainer's dream. Invite friends over to share a bottle of wine and watch the sun set over the ocean from the big wraparound balcony. On Christmas morning, walk to the beach and return for a long table lunch in the open-plan dining and living. Being so elevated, the home is easily cooled with sea breezes over the ocean; the air-conditioning rarely needed. An internal atrium sitting room also helps to pull sea breezes through the home, and has a staircase to the rooftop deck, with views across to Rottnest Island.

The large living has a timber bar with an ocean view. In winter, pour yourself a drink and relax by the gas fireplace. The spacious kitchen is a delight; light and airy with its own balcony and views across to East Fremantle. There are granite benchtops, a Schock sink, Bosch dishwasher and gas Smeg range. The middle floor has a large library - a versatile room with built-in desk that makes an ideal study or second living. Bright and airy, the interiors are lovely. Rooms are complemented by timeless details including picture lines, ceiling roses, arches and corbels, leadlight windows and vintage doors from a heritage home. There are three light, large bedrooms to this level, the main with a dressing room, the other two with built-ins, serviced by two modern, neutral bathrooms. One is as large as a bedroom and feels hotel-like, with freestanding tub and twin vanity. A massive laundry has good storage.

The private basement apartment offers scope to renovate and add your own flair, encompassing a kitchen, small bathroom, bedroom, storeroom and large living. You will not want for storage in this home - the basement also encompasses a good-sized cellar, with storage spaces. The back garden has a lush lawn, mature plantings including a huge fig and shed. There is long driveway which can easily accommodate four vehicles or a boat. This is a dream home for a family, couples or empty nesters wanting space and proximity to all the best North Fremantle offers - Queen Victoria Street, the beach, river, North Fremantle Primary School and fantastic local restaurants and amenities. Make this unique home yours.

FEATURES:
• Ocean views out to Rottnest
• Stunning and private outlook over a treed neighbourhood
• Solid timber floors
• Parking for 4 cars
• Massive self-contained apartment with separate access on the basement level

Rates & Local Information:
Water Rates: $1,788.19 p/a (2022/23)
City of Fremantle Council Rates: $3745.02 p/a (2023/24)
Zoning: R25
Primary School Catchment: North Fremantle Primary School
Secondary School Catchments: John Curtin College of the Arts, Melville Senior High School, Fremantle College & Shenton College

DISCLAIMER: 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.