6 Irvine St, Peppermint Grove WA 6011

Chiverton Lodge, built in the early 1930s, was said to be the first home on the street to have a telephone, and during World War II, its tennis court was dug up and replaced by air raid shelters designed for the entire community to hide should the need have arisen. For history buffs, the current owners have framed a brief pictorial history of the original property, adding to the home's historical gravitas.

Today, it remains surrounded by rose bushes on an elevated block, a family home boasting lovely limestone foundations, arched windows, colourful leadlights, ground-level and top-level terraces from which to admire the surrounds, and a rare blend of charm, character, and style. Throughout, original polished jarrah floorboards, decorative ceiling roses, delicate pendant lighting, detailed timber architraves, and art deco-style bathrooms combine with a contemporary kitchen and casual living space.

At the front of the home, enjoy special occasions in the separate dining room with a quaint seaside-themed leadlight window and direct access to the kitchen. One can picture the first owners instructing their domestic staff to serve dinner immediately! In the formal living room, cosy up with a good book in front of the intricately tiled fireplace, a restful room that harks back to a bygone era.

The home expands quite dramatically in the kitchen and living area, a generous space awash with natural light, high white ceilings, substantial stone benches and breakfast bar, a Smeg gas stove top, graceful white art deco-era cabinetry, and display cabinets, and a spacious living area with gas fireplace adjoining. It is here that the past and present are in perfect alignment.

A beautiful jarrah balustrade guides you upstairs, where the main bedroom features a massive walk-in-robe, and ensuite, and enjoy spectacular sunset views through the Norfolk Island pines. The minor bedrooms feature similar character design details with built-in robes and, at the front of the property, find a sunny nursery, playroom or sitting room with its own terrace.

Outside, an Italianate-covered terrace with a BBQ and outdoor kitchen, a private garden perfect for younger children, and delicate floral garden beds merge with swaying gum trees and the suburb's prevalent peppermints.

Imbued with the charm of yesterday but taken into the 21st century with thoughtful renovations and modern additions, this home is a timeless combination of old and new. You'll appreciate such 'modern' conveniences as ducted reverse cycle air conditioning, reticulated gardens and a double lock-up garage.

Moments to Cottesloe Primary School, Presbyterian Ladies' College, Napoleon Street Village and the train station, Cottesloe Beach, and picturesque Freshwater Bay, this magnificent residence can be yours - contact Vivien Yap now on 0433 258 818 today

Features include:

• Six bedrooms (or study/library/guest room)

• Three bathrooms

• 890sqm elevated block

• Formal and casual living

• Huge, renovated kitchen

• Heritage decorative details, inc. ceiling roses, elegant arched doors/windows

• Polished jarrah floorboards and balustrade

• Reverse cycle air conditioning

• Gas fireplace in casual living

• Covered Italianate-style alfresco

• Established reticulated gardens

• Leadlight windows

• Art deco-style bathrooms

• Built-in or walk-in robes

• Ensuite to main bedroom

• Upstairs sitting room and front outdoor terrace

• High ceilings

• Double lock-up garage

• Secure intercom at entry/secure electric gates

• Heritage significance

Location (approx. distances):

• Boatshed Market 220m

• Woolworths Cottesloe 230m

• Cottesloe Primary School 350m

• Napoleon Street (shops, eateries) 350m

• Cottesloe Train Station 450m

• Manner's Park 950km

• Peppermint Grove Tennis Club 950m

• Presbyterian Ladies' College 1.1km

• Freshwater Bay Yacht Club 1.2km

• St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls 1.3km

• Cottesloe Beach 1.6km

• Perth CBD 11.8km

Council rates: $4,920.86pa

Water rates: $2,018.53pa