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Overview
Set on an expansive 2.35-acre block in the scenic Hills region, this unique Grade II-listed Arts & Crafts home melds rich artistic heritage with timeless design. The property's provenance is tied to renowned watercolourist and silversmith James Walter Robert Linton, whose influence remains evident in the residence and surrounding landscape, including a brook flowing gently across the land.
The residence features high ceilings and jewel-toned jarrah floors that reflect the craftsmanship of its 1938 construction. Architectural continuity is maintained through seamless extensions that complement the original build, preserving the home’s integrity and atmosphere. Large south-facing glazed windows flood the living areas with natural light, enhancing the connection between inside and the native gardens and brook outside.
The layout has evolved thoughtfully, accommodating artistic lifestyles with a powered studio and sheds, alongside functional living spaces including a pine kitchen with adjacent meals area and a family room designed for casual, slow-paced living. Comfort is assured with ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning throughout and specialized evaporative cooling in the pottery studio.
Accommodation includes a spacious principal bedroom featuring stunning outlooks over the brook, a wall of storage, and a well-appointed ensuite. Two generous junior bedrooms overlook the garden, while a fourth flexible room currently serves as an office. Supporting these are a practical family bathroom and a large utility/mudroom with direct access to the verandah.
Outdoor living is enriched by a north-facing deciduous garden, a wide decked verandah ideal for relaxation, and a decked entertaining area beneath a historic grapevine. A below-ground salt pool and shaded grotto provide cool retreats in warmer months. The grounds further offer a proper Hills garden complete with raised vegetable beds, fruit trees, rainwater tanks, dam, scheme water, and space for chickens, catering to varied outdoor and hobby pursuits.
Positioned conveniently near Mundaring Village and opposite a bridle trail, with John Forrest National Park nearby, this property invites those who value history, artistry, and a harmonious Hills lifestyle to consider its rare offerings.
Local Market Insights
In Hovea, Quiet Listings observed 4 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 6 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $1,675,000. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 80%, followed by villas (20%). The most active agency for houses in the Hovea area is currently The Agency, representing 75% of new listings, followed by Elders Real Estate with 25%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
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