17 Princes Avenue
Crafers West, SA 5152

Overview

Walpanya; A Mid-Century Hills Hideaway with Green in Every Direction.

Set on more than 1500 square meters of pure Crafers West seclusion, this property, known as Walpanya, beautifully showcases its mid-century architecture, stretching low and wide across a sprawling, tranquil site that offers a sense of being worlds away from the bustle.

Almost hidden by its lush gardens, the home reveals itself gradually, initially as a charming Hills retreat, then as a more compelling, flexible, and light-filled residence that has evolved thoughtfully over time. It retains its original character from circa 1948 while embracing a series of careful updates.

Extensive glazing throughout the home draws the gardens into nearly every room, providing a constant visual connection with the surrounding landscape. The living spaces are designed with an easy flow, creating a flexible home that feels welcoming without sacrificing intimacy.

The main lounge room is defined by soaring timber-beamed ceilings, a combustion fireplace, and generous proportions. Adjoining family and dining areas expand the layout, which also includes a study for added functionality.

The kitchen has been updated with a light touch that respects the home's age and character. It features crisp joinery, Perla Venata reconstituted stone benchtops, and new AEG appliances, including an induction cooktop and oven.

Accommodation is generously spread across four bedrooms, with a particularly large main bedroom offering ensuite privacy and easy separation from the other bedrooms. Three of the bedrooms include built-in robes, and there is excellent additional storage throughout the home.

Outside, the property fully embraces its setting. Sheltered terraces, gravelled entertaining zones, and a covered patio nestle into the greenery, providing multiple places to sit, gather, or retreat in privacy.

Crafers West is a unique blend of seclusion and convenience, being leafy and private yet never far from Stirling village, a cellar door, schools, and the Adelaide CBD.

Additional features include:

• A beautifully secluded 1948-built residence on more than 1500 square meters of established land
• Distinctive low-slung mid-century form with extensive glazing and a strong connection to the gardens
• Flexible four-bedroom footprint with study and large living zones
• Oversized main bedroom with ensuite
• Built-in robes to three bedrooms plus excellent additional storage
• Spacious lounge with exposed timber beams and slow combustion heating
• Split system air conditioning
• Mostly 2.9-meter ceilings enhancing the sense of light and scale
• Updated kitchen with reconstituted stone benchtops in Perla Venata and AEG appliances
• Mixed flooring including carpet, timber, terracotta tiles, and vinyl
• Covered patio and multiple outdoor zones immersed in leafy privacy
• Mains water plus rainwater storage plumbed to the house
• Septic wastewater system
• Electric hot water system
• New Norde irrigation system
• Improvements completed across the 1960s, 1980s, 2013, 2016, 2019, and 2025
• Extensive shedding
• Beautiful large gums, mature plantings, and magical established gardens

Location